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What is a community?
A group of people who live in the same place. They may have shared histories, culture, beliefs and values.
How is the need of "food" met?
grocery store, restaurant, market
This person makes sure the community is safe:
A police officer
Where do people go to play outside?
The park/playground
What is a natural feature in the community?
a pond, trees, flowers, river, lake, forest
What is a natural feature?
Something made by nature, found in the community (ex. a pond, trees and cliffs).
How is the need of "eduction" met?
schools, universities, libraries
This person keeps buildings clean:
A janitor or custodian
Where do people go to send and receive mail?
The post office
What is a built feature in our community?
a bridge, a fence, a road, a streetlight, the school,
What is a built feature?
Something made by humans and placed in the community (ex. roads, buildings).
How is the need of "safety" met?
calling 911, police station, hospital
This person takes care of injured or sick animals:
A veterinarian
Where do people go to keep their money safe?
The bank
What tools do fire fighters use?
a hose, a ladder, an axe, large fans, fire extinguishers
What is a need?
Things we have to have in order to survive (ex. water, shelter, food and clothing).
How is the need of "shelter" met?
houses, apartments, nursing homes, school, buildings
This person grows food to help feed people:
A farmer
Where do people go if they are hurt or sick?
The hospital or a doctors office
What special clothes do doctors and nurses wear?
scrubs
What is a want?
Things we would LIKE to have, but don't need to survive (ex. candy, toys, pets).
How is the want of "entertainment" met?
movies, bowling allies, flying squirrel, play grounds
This person installs or fixes sinks and toilets:
A plumber
Where could someone go if they wanted to learn something new or do research?
The library
What tools do dentists use?
dental excavators, small mirrors, pliers, fluoride, floss