Stephane Hillard

"Many kids babysit their siblings, neighbors' children, or family friends' children. However, some people take babysitting to another level and turn it into a massively profitable job. In this book, readers will learn the vital elements of running their own business, including scheduling, safety, and marketing. They'll also learn how these basics can give them the tools they need to expand their business into a later career as a full-time nanny or...

"Many people like to indulge in a sweet treat every once in a while. Bake sales are a great way to make money and satisfy people's sweet tooths. However, there's more to running a bake sale than showing up to the school lobby withbrownies. In this book, readers will learn how to make a business plan, how to choose a venue, and how to keep track of expenses and profits. Readers will also learn the importance of advertising and marketing"--

"One person's trash is another person's treasure. Sometimes people want to get rid of things from their home but don't want those things to be thrown away or wasted. However, they also don't want the work of planning and executing a yard sale. In this volume, readers will learn how to plan a yard sale, not only for their own unwanted possessions but for their neighbors' and friends' possessions, too. A complete list of supplies, such as price stickers...

"U.S. Congress was formed concurrently with the United States through the implementation and ratification of the Constitution. This unified body, comprised of the Senate and House of Representatives, makes many of the United States legislative decisions. Student will learn essential information about this government institution and how its history has affected the operations of the United States government today. A graphic organizer, primary sources,...

Basketball is a sport in which players must rely on teamwork in order to win games. This guide immerses readers in the world of basketball, relating exciting facts about the sport's history as well as its rules and positions. The text mentions different ways to enjoy basketball, but focuses on the importance of teamwork as a prerequisite of winning and having fun. Photographs of kids playing basketball and a handy guide to the sport's lingo allow...

Football has a long tradition in the United States as an exciting sport and a game kids love to play. It's not hard to set up a game of touch football at the park. Regardless of where you play the game, football is a sport based on teamwork. No single player can win a game by themselves! In this guide to football, readers will learn the basics behind one of America's favorite pastimes, including rules, positions, scoring plays, and more. Photographs...

Whether played indoors or outdoors, volleyball is an exciting and fun team sport. Volleyball players make fast serves, strong bumps, precise sets, and powerful spikes. The game can be incredibly fast paced with long volleys, or it can seem as if point after point is an ace. In this book, readers learn the basics of volleyball, including the sport's rules and positions and its history. Exciting photographs of kids and adults playing volleyball help...