General Where
Where can you borrow books to read for free?
the library
Peter's family packed their towels, swimsuits, sunblock, and a cooler with sandwiches and sodas. They got in the car at 10am. In one hour, Peter would be bodysurfing in the waves.
Where is Peter's family going?
Peter's family is going to the beach
Who cooks food at a restaurant?
A chef
Judy loves to watch "Law and Order" on tv. She dreams of wearing a black robe, holding a gavel, and saying "Order in the court!" Who does she want to be when she grows up?
a judge
Mario and his sister love to ride bikes in the park on the weekend. His sister has purple bike. She likes to do tricks like pop wheelies. For Christmas, she wants a new bike so she can do harder tricks. Mario has a red bike. He likes to ride fast.
Why does Mario's sister want a new bike?
She wants a new bike so she can do harder tricks.
Where can you buy nails, paint, and tools?
The hardware store
Maria's mom had to work on Saturday. She works at Duane Reade. She wears a white coat and fills bottles with medicine. Where does she work?
The pharmacy
Who fixes broken cars?
a mechanic
Marcus loves going to work with his dad during school vacations. His dad carries a lot of tools like wrenches and plungers. He works on sinks, showers, and toilets. He goes to peoples apartments and houses. His job is sometimes messy. Who is his dad?
a plumber
Patti has an appointment after school. She has to go to the dentist. The dentist has to pull a loose tooth, but her mom says a new tooth will grow back in. She has to eat soft foods like soup and ice cream for a few days.
Why is Patti going to the dentist?
She is getting a tooth pulled.
Where can you get medicine?
The pharmacy
Everyday after school, Shawnice and her sister go to a building full of books where they can sit and finish their homework until their mom picks them up at 5pm. Where do they go?
The library
Who teaches at a college or university?
a professor
Margo wears a uniform for work everyday. It is camouflage. She has worked in Afghanistan, Korea, and Germany. Sometimes she drives a jeep or a tank. Some people think her job is dangerous, but she thinks it is important and exciting. Who is she?
a soldier
Devon is going to the library after school. He has to write a book report, but his computer at home is broken. His mom said they can go to Best Buy and get a new computer on Saturday. Until then, he can work on the report at the library, and she will pick him up at 5pm.
Why does Devon have to go to the library after school?
To use a computer to write his book report.
Where can men get their hair cut?
barbershop
Lenny wants to lose weight and get strong. Every night after work he goes to a building where he can ride a bicycle, run on a treadmill, and lift weights. Sometimes he takes classes where he sweats and runs out of breath. Where does he go?
the gym
Who do you pay to cut and style your hair?
hairdresser or stylist
Margarita owns a store that sells cookies, cakes, and pies. She makes them herself. She wears an apron and a big white hat everyday to work. Who is she?
a baker
Kiki loves pizza. Her favorite pizza has mushrooms and pepperoni. Her sister is allergic to mushrooms, so she has to get her own pizza with just cheese and pepperoni. Kiki's family order pizza every other Friday.
Why can't Kiki's sister eat mushrooms?
Kiki's sister is allergic to mushrooms.
Where do you take your pet if they are sick or need their shots?
the veterinarian
Sierra can't wait until Saturday. She is going to a birthday party, and her mom promised to take her to a place where she can paint her nails pink, purple, or rainbow colors and add glitter or gemstones. Where is she going?
The nail salon
Who works in a laboratory and invents new things?
scientists
Aaron has a dangerous job. He works on a boat for weeks at a time. He goes out to the middle of the ocean with nets and hooks. He wears a rain coat and rubber boots. He brings home food people like to eat. Who is he?
a fisherman
Pedro's dad has to travel for work. He has to go to another state called Texas. Pedro's dad says Texas is big, has lots of ranches, and BBQ. Pedro's dad says he will bring him back a cowboy hat.
Why is Pedro's dad going to Texas?
He has to go to Texas for work.