A Day in the Life of a Police Officer (Community Helpers at Work) (First Facts: Community Helpers at Work)
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This book follows a police officer through the work day, and describes the occupation and what the job requires.
Why it’s great
Real photographs follow Officer Jack from roll-call to paperwork, grounding young readers in factual details. Simple captions explain gear (radio, body camera) and procedures (evidence logs), aligning with STEM and social-studies curricula. Side questions prompt critical thinking about safety and citizenship. Great for early nonfiction reports.
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