Mail Carriers / Carteros
Part of the People in My Community series
Everyone loves getting mail. Mail carriers deliver letters and packages of all kinds. Some mail carriers drive cars and trucks, while others walk around town to deliver the mail. Readers are taken on a tour of the lives and days of our mail carriers.
Librarians / Bibliotecarios
by Jacqueline Laks Gorman
Part of the People in My Community series
When we need a good book to read, we can go to the place where thousands of books are free and waiting to be opened: the library. Managing all of the resources are the unsung heroes of the Library Science world, who is the Librarian. Readers will be delighted and intrigued to learn that the librarian's role goes well beyond managing the bookshelves.
Bus Drivers / Conductores de autobuses
by Jacqueline Laks Gorman
Part of the People in My Community series
Many of us use buses for our standard mode of transportation. While subways, trains, and cars are convenient, buses provide us with an elevated view of our cities and streets. Bus drivers contend with traffic, staying on schedule, and challenges in helping passengers with special needs. Readers will take a journey into the activities of this important community helper who gets us where we need to go.
Crossing Guards
Part of the People in My Community series
Crossing guards have a very important job, which is keeping us safe while in the street. Beginning readers learn about the duties of a crossing guard, and see firsthand how these important community workers help to keep them safe every day on their way to school. Also covered are important safety rules about crossing the street.
Police Officers
by Jacqueline Laks Gorman
Part of the People in My Community series
When there's trouble in the community, we look to police officers for help. The colorful book introduces readers to all the ways that officers of law enforcement keep our communities safe.
Nurses
Part of the People in My Community series
School wouldn't be a complete experience without the school nurse. He or she not only helps us when we're not feeling well, but they also help us maintain proper development and provide treatment when we veer off track. Readers will visit the nurse's office and learn about a day in the life of this important community member, as well as the tools of the trade.
Firefighters
by Jacqueline Laks Gorman
Part of the People in My Community series
The shrill sound of the fire alarm strikes fear into many hearts and minds, but at the helm of this terrifying alert are talented, brave, and tireless individuals. Readers get to ride along through the various activities that firefighters carry out on our behalf to keep us safe and out of danger.
Teachers
Part of the People in My Community series
Every morning, teachers come to school ready to share their knowledge. They may teach reading and writing, or they may teach math. Some teach science, music, or art. Others teach all these subjects. Students will gain a new appreciation for teachers by reading this book.
Doctors
by Jacqueline Laks Gorman
Part of the People in My Community series
We usually take trips to the doctor when we're sick, so it's easy to undervalue this very important community member, but this book invites readers to change their minds and celebrate the role. Readers will learn about a doctor's duties, where they work, and the tools they use to keep us feeling healthy.
Veterinarians
Part of the People in My Community series
When our pets are sick, we rely on veterinarians to make them well. Considering how many of us consider our pets as an important member of the family, it's a very important job. In this book, readers learn about the many responsibilities of veterinarians, from caring for our pets to taking care of farm animals and wild animals at the zoo.
Teachers / Maestros
Part of the People in My Community series
Every morning, teachers come to school ready to share their knowledge. They may teach reading and writing, or they may teach math. Some teach science, music, or art. Others teach all these subjects. Students will gain a new appreciation for teachers by reading this book.
Firefighters / Bomberos
by Jacqueline Laks Gorman
Part of the People in My Community series
The shrill sound of the fire alarm strikes fear into many hearts and minds, but at the helm of this terrifying alert are talented, brave, and tireless individuals. Readers get to ride along through the various activities that firefighters carry out on our behalf to keep us safe and out of danger.
Librarians
by Jacqueline Laks Gorman
Part of the People in My Community series
When we need a good book to read, we can go to the place where thousands of books are free and waiting to be, opened: the library. Managing all of the resources are the unsung heroes of the Library Science world, who is the Librarian. Readers will be delighted and intrigued to learn that the librarian's role goes well beyond managing the bookshelves.
Crossing Guards
Part of the People in My Community series
Crossing guards have a very important job, which is keeping us safe while in the street. Beginning readers learn about the duties of a crossing guard, and see firsthand how these important community workers help to keep them safe every day on their way to school. Also covered are important safety rules about crossing the street.
Bus Drivers
by Jacqueline Laks Gorman
Part of the People in My Community series
Many of us use buses for our standard mode of transportation. While subways, trains, and cars are convenient, buses provide us with an elevated view of our cities and streets. Bus drivers contend with traffic, staying on schedule, and challenges in helping passengers with special needs. Readers will take a journey into the activities of this important community helper, who gets us where we need to go.
Mail Carriers
Part of the People in My Community series
Everyone loves getting mail. Mail carriers deliver letters and packages of all kinds. Some mail carriers drive cars and trucks, while others walk around town to deliver the mail. Readers are, taken on a tour of the lives and days of our mail carriers.
Sanitation Workers
Part of the People in My Community series
When the streets are clean and the air has a fresh scent, we have sanitation workers to thank for it. Each one of us will leave over 100,000 pounds of trash behind in our lifetime. Readers will learn how sanitation workers ensure that our gobs and gobs of trash are disposed of properly. Tools of the trade are explored, allowing your readers to gain a new appreciation for this important community member.
Dentists
by Jacqueline Laks Gorman
Part of the People in My Community series
Dentists keep our teeth and mouths healthy, and teach us proper oral hygiene for a long lifetime with our very necessary chompers. Students will love learning about a day in the life of a dentist, creating a new appreciation for dentistry and oral health.