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Books in People Around Town series

  • Meet the Baker

    Joyce Jeffries

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Leveled Readers, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Introduces bakers, the work that they do, and the equipment that they use.
    K
  • Meet the Policeman

    Joyce Jeffries

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Leveled Readers, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Introduces police, the work that they do, and the equipment that they use.
    K
  • Meet the Fireman

    Joyce Jeffries

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Leveled Readers, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Introduces firefighters, the work that they do, and the equipment that they use.
    K
  • Meet the Bus Driver

    Joyce Jeffries

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Leveled Readers, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Introduces bus drivers, describing different types from school bus drivers to tour bus drivers.
    C
  • Meet the Teacher

    Joyce Jeffries

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Leveled Readers, Aug. 1, 2012)
    aIntroduces teachers, the work that they do, and the equipment that they use.
    L
  • Meet the Nurse

    Joyce Jeffries

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Leveled Readers, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Beginning readers discover the many ways nurses work to help people stay healthy. Nurses work with doctors and on their own in diverse environments. Achievable content introduces readers to some of the important tools nurses use every day. Easy-to-follow text and a helpful picture glossary aid in the retention of fun facts about nurses and the development of strong vocabulary skills. Colorful photographs provide young readers with a detailed look at nurses and the valuable work they do.
    J
  • Meet the Policeman

    Joyce Jeffries

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Leveled Readers, Aug. 1, 2012)
    A simple look at the day-to-day job of a policeman.
    K
  • Meet the Pilot

    Joyce Jeffries

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Leveled Readers, Aug. 1, 2013)
    Introduces pilots, the work that they do, and the aircraft that they fly.
    L
  • Meet the Nurse

    Joyce Jeffries

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Leveled Readers, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Introduces nurses, the work that they do, and the equipment that they use.
    J
  • Meet the Mayor

    Joyce Jeffries

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Leveled Readers, Aug. 1, 2013)
    Every mayor is different, but they all want to help make towns and cities better places to live! Beginning readers learn what mayors can do to help everyday citizens with the help of full-color photographs and accessible text. Theyll discover how mayors help make laws, raise money for their towns and cities, and keep citizens safe. Strong picture-text correlation aids in reading comprehension, and a picture glossary reinforces vocabulary and concepts related to these important community leaders. [ High-interest topic engages young readers [ Strong picture-text correlation aids in comprehension [ Reading level supports beginning readers [ Picture glossary helps develop vocabulary skills [ Comprehendible index guides readers through each book
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  • Meet the Construction Worker

    Joyce Jeffries

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Leveled Readers, Aug. 1, 2013)
    Construction workers build our towns and cities! In this book, beginning readers will get to meet the community helpers who turn wood and metal into houses and schools. Readers will meet roofers, pipe fitters, and other essential builders that make the places we call home. Full-color photographs depict people hard at work, and a picture glossary reinforces vocabulary with vivid photographs of buildings and supplies, ready for work! [ High-interest topic engages young readers [ Strong picture-text correlation aids in comprehension [ Reading level supports beginning readers [ Picture glossary helps develop vocabulary skills [ Comprehendible index guides readers through each book
    J
  • Meet the Teacher

    Joyce Jeffries

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Leveled Readers, Aug. 1, 2012)
    A teacher is a familiar figure in the lives of many readers, but readers discover new information about the hard work teachers do every day through achievable content. Beginning readers are introduced to a variety of teachers and the tools they use to help their students learn. Accessible text and a picture glossary allow readers to see for themselves what a teachers job is like as they learn fun facts and build a stronger vocabulary with each turn of the page. Colorful photographs show teachers working hard in the classroom.
    L