Discusses the work child care providers do and where they work.

An alphabet book introducing occupations oriented to the community, including emergency workers, medical workers, the service industry, and business.

The Hands on Science series provides students with background on key concepts in Science. Each title includes engaging hands on exercises that bring the concepts to life for kids. Real World Science: Ecosystems, examine and define what are ecosystems, how living things get energy in an ecosystem, competing and surviving in an ecosystem, and extinction and its causes

Living and nonliving things all interact in an ecosystem. Fish swim and breathe in water. Trees take root in soil. Ecosystems looks at the important roles of living and nonliving things in an ecosystem.

In this book, five young friends -- Nick, Yulee, Pedro, Sally and Martin -- spend the day traveling around their neighborhood and participating in activities designed to raise money for their local library. Along the way, they learn about the people and places that make up their community and what it means to be a part of one.

"Nonfiction, simple text with full-color photography presenting community helpers on the scene of a fire"--

Explains how teachers help in the community.

"A person can be a part of one or many different communities, or even one big world community. Being part of a community allows us to make friendships and to work together to solve problems at home, at school, and in our cultures"--Back of book.

"What type of community do you live in? Do you live in the city? Or do you live in a town or rural area? Have you ever wondered what it would be like if you lived somewhere else? This volume explores the similarities and differences between several types of communities, focusing in particular on urban, suburban, and rural areas. Sidebars encourage young readers to engage with the material, while the glossary helps expand language skills. Sure to inspire...

"Introduction to people who work in a community using simple text, illustrations, and photos. Features include puzzles and games, fun facts, a resource list, and an index"--Provided by publisher.