I Want to Be a Police Officer

Written by Laura Driscoll · Illustrated by Catalina Echeverri

Part of the I Want to Be series

Discover the diverse roles of police officers through a child's eyes.

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32 pages· 455 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· 550L

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Bookroo's summary

Join Eva at Town Safety Day as she explores the world of police work with Officer Green. From crime-solving to working with dogs, uncover the many ways officers keep us safe. Perfect for young readers eager to learn about community helpers, this engaging story blends fun with facts, offering a glimpse into the lives of those who protect and serve. What will Eva discover about the heroes in blue?

From the publisher

For the child who says, “I want to be a police officer when I grow up!” And for any child who wants a gentle behind-the-scenes look at being a police officer.Police officers help to keep people safe. Did you know that there are many different ways to be a police officer? Join Eva as she meets Officer Green and the other officers at Town Safety Day.With this story blending narrative with nonfiction elements, readers meet police officers who protect people, investigate crimes, and even work with trained dogs.I Want to Be a Police Officer is part of a new I Can Read series that introduces young readers to important community helpers. This Level One I Can Read is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.For anyone looking for books about community helpers for kids, the I Can Read My Community books are a great choice. The books are bright and upbeat and feature characters who are diverse in terms of gender, race, age, and body type. Kids ages 3-6 will enjoy finding out more about the people who do so much to help all of our communities.

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