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  • Bus Driver

    Jacqueline Laks Gorman, Gregg Andersen

    Paperback (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, July 1, 2002)
    Introduces the work of the bus driver, who helps people by taking them where they want to go.
    E

  • Mail Carrier

    JoAnn Early Macken

    Hardcover (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, Dec. 1, 2002)
    Photographs and simple text describe the work done by mail carriers.
    I

  • Teacher

    JoAnn Early Macken, Gregg Andersen

    Library Binding (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, Dec. 1, 2002)
    Photographs and simple text introduce the work of the teacher, who helps children learn how to read, write, and count.
    J

  • Firefighters

    Cecilia Minden

    Library Binding (Childs World Inc, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Lights flash, sirens sound, and a fire truck speeds down the street toward a burning building. This may sound thrilling, but fighting fires ultimately requires an extreme amount of dedication and courage. This book gives young readers a glimpse of the risks firefighters face, as well as the heroism that helps save lives.
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  • Crossing Guard: El Guardia De Cruce

    Joann Early Macken, Gregg Andersen

    Paperback (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, Dec. 1, 2002)
    Photographs and simple text describe the work done by school crossing guards.
    G

  • Firefighters

    Diyan Leake

    Library Binding (Heinemann, June 11, 2008)
    What do firefighters wear? Read this book to find out – and learn all about firefighters! The books in the 'People in the Community' series use attractive photographs and simple text to introduce children to the work of people they may meet. In 'Firefighters', children can read about firefighters in communities around the world, including what they do, the tools they use, where they work, and how they help us.
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  • Doctor

    Jacqueline Laks Gorman, Gregg Andersen

    Library Binding (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, Aug. 1, 2002)
    Provides an easy-to-read explanation of what a doctor does.
    K

  • Nurses

    JoAnn Early Macken

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Aug. 15, 2010)
    School wouldnt be a complete experience without the school nurse. He or she not only helps us when were not feeling well, but they also help us maintain proper development and provide treatment when we veer off track. Readers will visit the nurses office and learn about a day in the life of this important community member, as well as the tools of the trade.
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  • Vets

    Diyan Leake

    Library Binding (Heinemann, June 11, 2008)
    How do vets help us? Read this book to find out and learn all about vets! The books in the 'People in the Community' series use attractive photographs and simple text to introduce children to the work of people they may meet. In 'Vets', children can read about vets in communities around the world, including what they do, where they work, what they use to do their work, the people they work with, and how vets help us.
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  • Librarians

    Jared Siemens

    Library Binding (Av2 by Weigl, July 15, 2015)
    Presents a simple introduction to librarians, the work they do, and their importance in the community.
    L

  • Police Officer

    Jacqueline Laks Gorman, Gregg Andersen

    Library Binding (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, Aug. 1, 2002)
    Explains what police officers do, including helping people in trouble, stopping people who break the law, and directing traffic.
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  • Sanitation Worker

    JoAnn Early Macken

    Library Binding (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, Dec. 1, 2002)
    Photographs and simple text describe the work done by sanitation workers.
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