The I Want To Be… series introduces children to career possibilities while protecting their freedom to explore and dream.
A series built around possibility
The I Want To Be… children’s book series, published by Ivory Publishing®, currently includes 22 career-exploration titles. Its purpose is not to tell children what they should become. It is to introduce possibilities, encourage curiosity, build confidence, and help children learn about different professions through relatable stories.
Exposure can expand a child’s view
Children may not encounter every career within their immediate family, school, neighborhood, or community. Books can help bridge that gap. The collection represents careers in education, public service, aviation, creative fields, skilled trades, law, media, environmental work, hospitality, and other professions.
Children deserve room to explore
Children are allowed to dream. Children are allowed to explore. Children are allowed to change their minds. Career awareness for children is most useful when it gives them language, examples, and questions—not pressure to make a permanent decision.
Begin the conversation
Parents, grandparents, educators, librarians, homeschool families, and youth organizations can explore the complete I Want To Be… series and use the books to begin conversations about careers, interests, dreams, and possibilities. Every child deserves opportunities to see what is possible.