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Jobs People Do
You must have heard of police men and women but what exactly do they do?

Jobs People Do

Lots of people help us every day. In this KS1 Geography quiz, explore different jobs people do and how their work keeps our community safe and happy.

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Fascinating Fact:

Doctors and nurses help people feel better when they are ill.

In KS1 Geography, children learn that jobs are linked to places. They explore where people work on simple maps and think about how each job helps the local community.

Key Terms

  • Job: The work a person does, such as teaching, driving, or looking after patients.
  • Workplace: The place where someone does their job, like a hospital, shop, farm, or fire station.
  • Community helper: A person whose job helps others, for example a doctor, teacher, cleaner, or shop worker.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What do children learn about jobs in KS1 geography?

In KS1 geography, children learn that jobs happen in different places, such as hospitals, schools, farms, and shops, and that each job helps the community in a special way.

How can I explain jobs people do to KS1 children?

You can explain jobs by using pictures, stories, role play, and simple maps that show where people work, then talk about how those workers help families every day.

Why is learning about jobs important in geography?

Learning about jobs is important because it helps children understand how places are used, how services are provided, and how people work together to make a community safe and comfortable.

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Author:  David Bland (Former Physics Teacher, KS1 Science & Geography Quiz Writer)
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