Our Government Helps the Community
Grade 1 Social Studies Learning about government services that help us every day
I Can Learn About Government Services!
I can understand how government helps our community I can name examples of government services I can participate in discussions about public services
What Places or Services Does the Government Provide?
Think about places you visit in your community Who helps keep you safe? Where can you go to read books for free?
Story Time: Government Helpers
Listen to our story about community helpers Think about how they help us Be ready to answer questions!
Firefighters Keep Us Safe
Firefighters put out fires They help people who are hurt Fire stations are in every community We can call 911 for help
Police Officers Protect Our Community
Police officers keep us safe They help when people need assistance They make sure everyone follows rules Police stations are in our neighborhoods
Public Libraries Are for Everyone
Libraries have books for all ages You can borrow books for free Libraries have story time and activities Librarians help you find what you need
Parks and Playgrounds for Fun
Public parks are free for everyone Playgrounds have swings and slides Parks have space to run and play Some parks have sports fields too
Partner Discussion Time
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Government services help everyone in our community!
Firefighters, police, libraries, and parks are all services for everyone These helpers make our community a better place to live