The personal care services, fitness, and education fields are a good fit for students who enjoy providing individualized attention to others' needs. While many of these careers require certification, on-the-job training is often available. For more experienced and motivated workers, some of these careers even have the potential for self-employment. "Great Careers with a High School Diploma: Personal Care Services, Fitness, and Education" includes 10 careers in these lucrative fields. Career profiles include: cosmetologist; day care assistant; floral designer; funeral attendant; hairstylist; preschool aide; tailor; tattoo and piercing specialist; and, yoga instructor and more....

A country's celebration of its independence is vital to its history. Though over time independence days have become focused on parades, performances, and family gatherings, they are essentially days of remembrance, for they mark the beginning of countries' newfound freedom and hope for the future, allowing citizens to create their own sense of identity. "Independence Days" looks at the various ways that cultures have come to celebrate their countries' independence, including Independence Day in the United States, Emancipation Day in the former British territories, and Bastille Day in France....

The Everything® Irish History & Heritage Book takes you back to the old country and the distinctive personalities, places, and events that have made this country unique. From its breathtaking scenery and architecture to its celebrated saints and scholars, few places on earth match Ireland's romantic attraction and historical fascination. The Everything® Irish History & Heritage Book walks you through Ireland's 1,600 years of history and acquaints you with the music, literature, food, and sports that have helped shape its inspiring legacy. Features authoritative information on:

• Celtic mythology and ancient folklore
• The Irish literary tradition-from The Book of Kells to Ulysses
• The potato famine and the Great Hunger
• The Irish in America and the immigration experience
• The Troubles and the road to peace
• Religion and family life

Packed with historical information and cultural insights, this fascinating guide is your ticket to the past, present, and future of the Emerald Isle.

Ryan Hackney received his B.A. and M.A. in the history of science from Harvard University and is the author of Let's Go guides to Ireland, Britain, Europe, and Ecuador.

Amy Hackney Blackwell graduated from Duke University with degrees in history and medieval and renaissance studies. She received her M.A. in early modern European history from Vanderbilt and is the author of Mythology for Dummies....