• Explores the responsibilities of local heroes, from food workers to trash collectors
• Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic that will entertain young students
• Connects key concepts such as leadership and helping others to students' daily lives
• Includes colorful pages, essential discussion questions, and a " Civics in Action" activity that will encourage students to appreciate the heroes around them

Learn about the real, everyday heroes in your community with this nonfiction book. Perfect for young readers, the book includes a short fiction piece related to the topic, a bonus project, and other exciting features. This 20-page full-color book explores the responsibilities of local heroes, from food workers to trash collectors. It also covers key civics concepts like leadership and helping others, and includes an extension activity for kindergarten. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to learn about careers, communities, and being responsible.