Meet the Key Workers
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic began, we've heard a lot about the importance of essential workers. But who are these key workers, and what are their jobs really like? Readers are introduced to a wide variety of workers in fields as diverse as education, food service, and health care. Through clear and focused text, they discover what kinds of jobs are found in each field, what these workers do all day, and why that work is truly essential. Full-color photographs fill the pages, creating a learning experience that allows readers to develop a deeper appreciation and respect for frontline workers.
Key Features of Each Volume:
• Examples of a variety of career paths readers can follow if they're interested in helping others
• A helpful glossary that allows readers to strengthen their vocabulary skills
• A fresh and updated look at the elementary curriculum concept of community helpers that reflects current events and asks readers to think critically about the importance of workers who are often overlooked
