Government Services Help Our Community
Learning about helpers in our community Grade 1 Social Studies
What Are Government Services?
Services that help everyone in our community Paid for by our community Available to all people Keep us safe and happy
I Can Statement Check-In
I can understand how government helps our community I can name examples of government services I can participate in discussions about community helpers
Fire Department Helps Us
Firefighters put out fires They rescue people who are hurt They teach us about fire safety Available 24 hours every day
Police Officers Keep Us Safe
Help when someone is in trouble Direct traffic to keep roads safe Find lost pets and people Work with schools to teach safety
Discussion Time!
Who helps us if there is a fire? What place can we go to read books for free? Where can we play on swings and slides?
Libraries Give Us Books and More
Free books to borrow and read Story time for children Computers and internet access Quiet place to study and learn
Parks and Playgrounds for Fun
Safe places to play outside Swings, slides, and climbing equipment Open spaces for sports and games Beautiful gardens and walking paths
Government Services Help Everyone
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Success Criteria Check
I can name 3 government services I participated in our discussion I understand how government helps our community Extension: Draw your favorite government service!