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Books in People in Our Community series

  • Our School

    Lisa J. Amstutz, Mari Schuh

    Paperback (Pebble, Jan. 1, 2020)
    Schools are busy places! Lots of community helpers are needed to make a school run smoothly. Readers will learn about who works at a school, what the workers do, and what makes a school special. Simple, at-level text and vibrant photos help readers learn all about schools in the community.
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  • Our Library

    Lisa J. Amstutz, Mari Schuh

    Paperback (Pebble, Jan. 1, 2020)
    The library is a very important place in our community! Lots of community helpers work at libraries. Readers will learn about who works at a library, what the workers do, and what makes a library special. Simple, at-level text and vibrant photos help readers learn all about libraries in the community.
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  • Our Community Center

    Lisa J. Amstutz, Mari Schuh

    Library Binding (Pebble, Jan. 1, 2020)
    The community center is an important part of our community. Lots of people work together to make our community center a great place to be. Readers will learn about who works at the community center, what the workers do, and what makes a community center special. Simple, at-level text and vibrant photos help readers learn all about community centers.
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  • Crossing Guards

    Joann Early Macken

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Leveled Readers, Aug. 15, 2010)
    Learn about a crossing guard's job and how they keep people safe.
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  • Bus Drivers

    Jacqueline Laks Gorman

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, Jan. 1, 2010)
    Introduces the work of the bus driver, who helps people by taking them where they want to go.
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  • Veterinarians

    Cecilia Minden

    Library Binding (Childs World Inc, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Pets are an important part of the family. So when they get sick or hurt, we rely on the skill and compassion of veterinarians. This book features colorful pictures and easy-to-read text that allow young readers a glimpse at the demanding--but rewarding--world of animal doctors.
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  • Auto Mechanics

    Cecilia Minden, Mary Minden-Zins

    Library Binding (Childs World Inc, Jan. 1, 2014)
    When your car brakes down, it can be a big problem! But don't worry--a mechanic can have you back on the road in no time. Filled with colorful pictures, this book takes young readers behind the scenes at an auto garage and teaches them about the skilled professionals who help keep our vehicles running.
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  • Electricians

    Cecilia Minden

    Library Binding (Childs World Inc, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Electricity is a crucial part of our day-to-day life, but working with it can be a dangerous job. So who keeps the power flowing? Filled with interesting text and colorful pictures, this title allows children to meet the professionals who help control the comforts and necessities provided by electricity.
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  • Restaurant Owners

    Cecilia Minden, Mary Minden-Zins

    Library Binding (Childs World Inc, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Thank-you, and come again! Restaurant owners have some big responsibilities--it's hard to keep customers happy and to make sure that each employee is treated fairly. Exciting photographs and informative text take kids behind the scenes of restaurant management and introduce them to the hard work involved in running a business.
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  • Nurses

    Cecilia Minden, Linda M Armantrout

    Library Binding (Childs World Inc, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Nursing is a demanding job and requires skill, patience, and a gentle touch. Kids learn about the professionals who take care of them when they're ill and help them maintain their overall health. Exciting pictures and informative text provide readers with a new appreciation for the nurses who care for our communities.
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  • Dentists

    Cecilia Minden, Linda M Armantrout

    Library Binding (Childs World Inc, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Early on, kids are taught the importance of taking care of their teeth. Dentists play a pivotal role in helping children maintain good hygiene, as well as protecting their pearly whites for years to come. Engaging pictures and easy-to-read text introduce children to the world of dentistry and help them see their own dentists in a new light!
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  • Pilots

    Cecilia Minden, Mary Minden-Zins

    Library Binding (Childs World Inc, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Prepare for takeoff! Being a pilot means having to stay calm under pressure and make critical decisions thousands of feet above the ground. Filled with engaging text and colorful pictures, this title takes children behind the scenes of air travel to learn about the people in control.
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