 | Be a fashion designer! (On The Job: Creative Careers) Author: Emminizer, Theresa | |
| Price: $9.51 | ||
Summary:
Learn all about what it takes to be a fashion designer, about different roles in the fashion industry and what kind of education and training fashion designers need, including making portfolios and doing internships, and the special skills the job requires.
Reviews:
School Library Journal (04/01/25)
Booklist (04/01/25)
Full Text Reviews:
School Library Journal - 04/01/2025 Gr 3–6—This vibrant series invites young readers to dive into the world of exciting, creative careers. Perfect for aspiring innovators, each book offers snapshots of an intriguing collection of professions, breaking down the essential details like required education, hands-on training, and the cutting-edge tools used on the job. From daily responsibilities to behind-the-scenes insights, readers will gain a clear understanding of what it takes to turn artistic passion into a fulfilling profession. With its accessible language, high-interest topics, and visually engaging design, this series will captivate reluctant and advanced readers alike. Packed with eye-catching photos, fact boxes, and graphic organizers, this series goes beyond the basics to spark curiosity and imagination. It also empowers readers by outlining steps they can take now to start preparing for their dream careers. Whether it's crafting digital masterpieces, designing futuristic spaces, or creating dazzling performances, these books make career exploration engaging and approachable for elementary students. VERDICT A great choice for larger school libraries. - Copyright 2025 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.
Booklist - 04/01/2025 This straightforward introduction to careers in fashion design delivers considerable practical information. Pages with three or four paragraphs of accessible text face full-page color photos, with each spread addressing a topic, such as field (haute couture, ready-to-wear, streetwear) or career preparation (sewing skills, education, apprenticeships, hands-on experience). There are discussions about desirable skills and personality traits, emphasizing creativity and good communication skills in addition to marketing experience and business management know-how. Readers will also encounter overviews of typical work environments, realistic expectations, lifestyles (long hours, travel), and salary ranges. The photos feature celebrities like Stella McCartney and Billie Eilish, and practical tips for getting started now include staging fashion shows for friends and family. Helpful for reports, this visually appealing guide from the On the Job: Creative Careers series (6 titles) will also attract browsers. - Copyright 2025 Booklist.
