How to Be a Detective and Other Crime-Fighting Jobs
Description
A friendly, fascinating book about how to work in the crime-fighting industry, written by Detective Constable Alexandra Beever.
Do you have what it takes to become a detective, a crime scene investigator, or a forensic scientist? Find out all about the incredible crime-fighting jobs you could do, from training to become a crime laboratory analyst or a lawyer to working as a helicopter pilot or even becoming an expert in fingerprints.
This fully illustrated book will inspire any child with an interest in helping people and fighting crime.
Other titles in the series include: How to Be an Astronaut and Other Space Jobs; How to Be a Vet and Other Animal Jobs.
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DC Alexandra Beever (Author)
Alexandra Beever has been a detective with Thames Valley Police for 15 years. Following a science degree at university, she competed at the Olympics and won a gold medal at the World Championships as part of the GB Rowing Team.
After seven years as a full-time athlete, a career in policing appealed to Alexandra as it combined her interests in law and supporting others to make better life choices with her passion for the outdoors, being active and working as part of a team.
Once the work day has finished, Alex enjoys spending time with her daughter, their miniature dachshunds, Boo-Boo and Coconut, and pony George. She also loves taking trips to the seaside and catching up with friends.
Sol Linero (Illustrator)
Sol is a children's book illustrator and graphic designer from Buenos Aires. Her illustrations are filled with details and beautiful colors focused on children's products like books, puzzles, board books and memory games. Sol has worked for Airbnb, Pottery Barn Kids, Unicef and international magazines such as Oprah, Jamie Oliver, Wired and The Washington Post.