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Community Helpers & Jobs Poetry
Explore poetry books about community helpers & jobs for children.
22 books
Taking Care of Terrific
Lois Lowry
For the teen beginning to notice the world's imbalances. A young babysitter learns that kindness and a little imaginatio
Ages 10–14
Land of the Cranes
Aida Salazar
For the child grappling with the reality of unfair systems or family separation, this verse novel offers a poignant look
Ages 8–12
Free Verse
Sarah Dooley
Grieving her brother's death in a West Virginia mining town, Sasha finds a lifeline in secret family connections and the
Ages 10–14
Double Dutch: A Celebration of Jump Rope, Rhyme, and Sisterhood
Veronica Chambers
For the child who loves the rhythm of the playground, this vibrant guide celebrates the history, culture, and community
Ages 8–12
Woke: A Young Poet's Call to Justice
Mahogany L. Browne, Elizabeth Acevedo, Olivia Gatwood
Bold poems and vibrant art celebrate the power of empathy and speaking out against injustice, showing how a new generati
Ages 8–12
I Promise #1
I Promise
LeBron James
For children building their character and confidence. This rhythmic call to action encourages kids to make daily promise
Ages 4–8
Change Sings
Amanda Gorman
A young girl leads a musical journey through her community, showing how small voices joining together can create a power
Ages 4–8
Worlds Afire
Paul B. Janeczko
The devastating 1944 Hartford circus fire is remembered through haunting poems that capture a single afternoon of sudden
Ages 12–18
Sing-Along Stories #2
The Lady with the Alligator Purse
Mary Ann Hoberman
Tiny Tim and Miss Lucy come to life with hilarious new lyrics and games in this vibrant, musical reimagining of a favori
Ages 2–5
The Underwear Salesman: And Other Jobs for Better or Verse
J. Patrick Lewis
Ever wondered what an ice sculptor thinks about? Meet acrobats, exterminators, and more in this funny look at over fifty
Ages 6–10
Market Day
Lois Ehlert
Vibrant colors and rhythmic patterns capture the sensory excitement of a farm family’s busy trip to the local market.
Ages 3–7
Where I Live: Poems About My Home, My Street, and My Town
Paul B. Janeczko
Vibrant illustrations and thirty-four poems celebrate the familiar magic found in our own bedrooms, busy streets, and lo
Ages 5–9
Woke Baby
Mahogany L. Browne
For parents wanting to share their values of social justice and community from day one, this rhythmic board book turns a
Ages 0–3
Sticky McStickstick
Michael Rosen
After a long hospital stay, Michael relies on a trusty walking stick named Sticky McStickstick to find his courage and t
Ages 5–9
The Village Blacksmith
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
The rhythmic clang of the hammer and the heat of the forge tell the story of a humble craftsman's strength, sorrow, and
Ages 5–10
Work Site Rhymes #1
Digger, Dozer, Dumper
Hope Vestergaard
From snowplows to ambulances, sixteen rhyming poems reveal the unique personalities and important jobs of the world’s mo
Ages 3–7
Did You See What I Saw? Poems About School
Kay Winters
The everyday magic of the classroom comes to life through twenty-four poems covering everything from the first bell to t
Ages 4–8
Mural on Second Avenue and Other City Poems
Lilian Moore
The rhythm and energy of city life come alive through a collection of poems that find the art and wonder hidden in metro
Ages 5–9
Have You Heard About Lady Bird? Poems About Our First Ladies
Marilyn Singer
Lyrical poems offer a glimpse into the private and public lives of America’s First Ladies, from Martha Washington to Ele
Ages 7–12
A Primer about the Flag
Marvin Bell
Discover the many meanings behind different flags, from the ones waving in parades to the lonely banners planted on the
Ages 5–9
I Hear America Singing
Walt Whitman
The rhythmic voices of carpenters, boatmen, and mothers rise from the page in this illustrated tribute to the working pe
Ages 4–8
The Snail Mail
Rachael Atkins
For the child who needs a reminder that taking your time is okay: join a steady little snail on his important mission to
Ages 2–6
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Middle Grade
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