Real-World Skills Series: Your First Job

Want those $300 new shoes? Then it might be time to get your first job! These life skills lessons focus on the things young workers need to know, such as: What are some different types of jobs? Where should you look for a job? What should you NOT wear to an interview? Who is FICA... and why is he taking your money? Colorful characters teach essential concepts through graphic text messages, cartoon conversations, and lighthearted reading passages. Each of the 14 lessons is followed by 20 specific reading comprehension questions and writing activities that require complete-sentence answers. Paperback, 60 pages. For grades 6 and up.