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Police Officer (2002 Edition)

Author: Gorman, Jacqueline Laks

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 2.0
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 128
Points per Word 0.003906
Page Count 24
Points per Page 0.020833

Description

This book explains what police officers do, including helping people in trouble, stopping people who break the law, and directing traffic.

Quick Summary

If your kid is fascinated by the people who wear badges and help keep the streets safe, this short, picture-filled read gives them a clear, kid-friendly look at what police officers actually do. The book walks through simple, relatable scenes like guiding a lost child home, stopping a bike thief, and directing traffic at a busy intersection showing that the job is about helping, not just catching bad guys. With only about 130 words and large photos, it's perfect for early readers who might feel overwhelmed by longer texts, and the straightforward language makes it easy to discuss afterward. Parents will appreciate that it stays positive and age-appropriate, focusing on the helpful side of policing without any frightening details, which makes it a great conversation starter about community helpers. If your little reader enjoys this one, they'll likely love the companion titles about firefighters, doctors, or teachers in the same series.