In April, we celebrate Take Your Child to Work Day. Inspire kids to think about all the incredible things they can do when they grow up with these fun picture books! And don’t miss a personal Take Your Child to Work Day story from the Imagine Institute’s Marketing and Communications Lead, Devon Allen.
Ada Twist, Scientist, by Andrea Beaty, illustrated by David Roberts
Little Ada Marie’s first word is “why?” and she never stops asking questions about the world. Her parents get frustrated with her chaotic experiments, but soon learn they can’t stop her scientist’s heart.
Learn more about architects, engineers and politicians in the full box set of The Questioneers picture book collection!
Trashy Town, by David Clemesha and Andrea Zimmerman, illustrated by Dan Taccarino
Many kids are fascinated by big vehicles like garbage trucks and the people who work with them. In this book, they’ll meet trash-truck driver Mr. Gilly, who works hard to pick up trash all over town.
Check out this animated, interactive read-aloud from the Michigan City Public Library.
Veterinarians and What They Do, by Liesbet Slegers
This preschooler-friendly story gives a simple explanation of a veterinarian’s job, with lots of examples and colorful illustrations.
Learn about 14 other jobs, from chefs to optometrists to ballerinas, in the Profession Series.
When Mama Goes to Work, by Marsha Forchuk Skrypuch, illustrated by Jessica Phillips
This book celebrates working moms in all sorts of professions. It’s perfect for Mother’s Day as well as Take Your Child to Work Day!
Whose Hands are These?, by Miranda Paul, illustrated by Luciana Navarro Powell
This rhyming, interactive book encourages kids to guess different familiar jobs, reminding them of how many people are important parts of our communities.
When I Grow Up, by Weird Al Yankovic, illustrated by Wes Hargis
At show-and-tell time, Billy can’t wait to tell his classmates about all the amazing (and absurd) things he wants to be someday. This story will inspire kids who aren’t sure what they want to be, or who want to be everything!
