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Community Helpers & Jobs Books for Ages 0–3 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Community Helpers & Jobs Books for Ages 0–3

From the friendly mail carrier to the brave firefighter, the people who keep our world running are sources of endless fascination for your little one. These simple board books and colorful lap reads help toddlers name the faces they see in their own neighborhoods, turning every walk outside into a familiar adventure. This collection of 464 titles makes the big, busy world feel safe and understandable for tiny explorers who are just starting to notice how everyone works together.

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The Firefighters

Cardboard boxes and playground imagination turn into a thrilling reality when a real fire engine visits Mrs. Iverson's c

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Peppa Pig and Career Day

Neville Astley, Mark Baker

Peppa and her classmates learn about the world of work as a train conductor, a postman, and a teacher visit the school f

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What Could I Be?

What Could Sarah Be?

Little Hedgehog Books

For the curious child dreaming about what they will be when they grow up, this encouraging story explores the wide world

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Hello Reader!

I'm a Fire Fighter

Mary Packard

For the child who is fascinated by sirens and red trucks, this simple guide introduces the real-life work and gear of lo

Ages 3–6

Cover of Fire Engines

Transportation #3

Ladders, hoses, and sirens are all part of the job as fire fighters use their powerful engines to save the day.

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Nurse Clementine

Armed with a brand new first-aid kit, Clementine is ready to treat every scrape and bruise in the house, if only her stu

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Max & Ruby Early Readers

Max is busy being a brave fireman while Ruby and Louise practice jumping rope, but they soon realize that combining thei

Cover of My World

A preschooler leads a tour of her neighborhood, using fold-out pages to reveal the names of everything from her bedroom

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Meet Tony the Tow Truck

Steve Richardson

For the toddler who is fascinated by every truck on the road and learning about the joy of being a helpful member of the

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What Could I Be?

What Could Valentina Be?

Little Hedgehog Books

For the child who loves to play pretend, this encouraging book helps little ones imagine themselves in different excitin

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When I Grow Up, I Want to Be...

For the child who loves to play dress-up and imagine every possibility. This interactive book lets little ones see thems

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The Jolly Postman #2

The Jolly Christmas Postman

Open the envelopes to find real holiday cards delivered by a friendly postman to the homes of your favorite fairy-tale c

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The Little Snowplow

While the big trucks doubt he can handle the drifts, a small snowplow trains in secret to prove that heart and preparati

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Jabari Asim Board Books #5

Daddy Goes to Work

A young girl gets a front-row seat to her father's professional life as she spends a busy day helping him tackle tasks a

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Blinky Bill Goes to the Doctor

For the little one feeling nervous about their first checkup, join Australia's favorite mischievous koala to see that vi

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Scholastic Placebook

Susan Canizares

For the curious toddler who wants to know what's inside every building on the street, this simple guide explores the exc

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Bob the Builder Early Readers

Bob the Builder

For the child who loves to figure out how things work and needs a reminder that big projects are easier when we work tog

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Mr. Cookie Baker

Monica Wellington

Spend a busy day in the bakery with Mr. Cookie Baker as he mixes, bakes, and sells his treats before finally enjoying a

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Pop-Up Trucks at Work #4

Here Comes Tow Truck

David Breverton

For the truck-loving toddler who is fascinated by how things work, this sturdy book explores the helpful world of commun

Cover of My Big Bus

For the vehicle-obsessed toddler who loves to be in the driver's seat. This interactive journey builds excitement for tr

Cover of Meet the Hive

Grosset & Dunlap

Buzz along with Buzbee as he flies through the busy hive to introduce you to his family and all the hardworking friends

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Maisy First Experiences #16

Maisy Goes to the Local Bookstore

Maisy visits the bookstore and finds a world of choices, from big brown bear stories to noisy truck books and colorful g

Cover of Fridge and Oven's Big Job

Fridge and Oven's Big Job

Steven Weinberg

For the curious toddler who wants to know how things work, this playful book explores the big jobs and teamwork happenin

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All About Scoop!

For the little one who loves big machines and working together. This sturdy board book introduces Scoop, the digger with

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