Community Heroes and Their Jobs
Learning about the people who help us every day Grade 3 Social Studies
Who Are Community Heroes?
Think about the people you see in your neighborhood Who helps keep you safe? Who helps when you need something?
Firefighters Keep Us Safe
Fight fires to protect people and buildings Rescue people from dangerous situations Teach fire safety to families Work at the fire station with special trucks
Doctors and Nurses Help Us Stay Healthy
Check our health during visits Give medicine when we're sick Help fix broken bones Work in hospitals and clinics
Police Officers Protect Our Community
Keep our streets and neighborhoods safe Help people who are lost or need directions Make sure everyone follows traffic rules Work with schools to teach safety
Mail Carriers and Teachers
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Veterinarians Care for Animals
Help sick pets feel better Give shots to keep animals healthy Check animals during regular visits Work in animal hospitals and clinics
Construction Workers Build Our Community
Build new houses and buildings Fix roads and sidewalks Use special tools and machines Work together as a team
Garbage Collectors Keep Our Community Clean
Pick up trash from every house Drive special garbage trucks Help keep our environment clean Recycle materials to help the Earth
Community Heroes Matching Game
Match each community hero with their job Draw a line from the worker to what they do Talk with a partner about which job you'd like to try