Day in the Life of...

There's a lot of preparation that goes into being a bus driver. From inspecting the bus for safety to keeping it clean, some of this work goes unseen by bus riders. Then, drivers must know the right route to take-and how to stay on schedule! Readers follow a bus driver through their day in this book. Accessible language engages newly independent readers with content that aligns with classroom learning about community helpers. Fact boxes add even more information to the colorful layout.

Where might young readers see a police officer in their community? They might see a police officer directing traffic, monitoring speed on a highway in a police vehicle, or even at a school presentation. What do police do the rest of the time? In this title, perfect for lessons on community helpers, readers find out how a police officer spends their day, from working in the police station to going out on patrol. Age-appropriate content introduces readers to this important career and accessible language allows readers to practice reading independently.

Nurses keep hospitals and doctor's offices humming! Their main job is caring for patients, but what sorts of tasks does that entail? This book introduces the nursing career to young readers. With real-life examples of exactly what nurses must do-and complementary photographs-the main content gives readers an understanding of the importance and rigors of the job. Written with newly independent readers in mind, the age-appropriate content and accessible language supports classroom lessons on community helpers. Fact boxes add even more fun tidbits.

The day of a firefighter can get pretty exciting if there's an emergency or a fire to attend to! However, not every day has such a situation-so what does a firefighter do all day? As readers find out in this book, there's a lot to do as a firefighter, from keeping the equipment clean and in working order to training to be ready for any emergency. Accessible language and content engage newly independent readers with information of these important community helpers. Fact boxes add even more fun tidbits.