Dentists: Jobs People Do
Jobs People Do Series
What’s inside...
This insightful book introduces children to the daily tasks and responsibilities of dentists, exploring how they help keep teeth healthy. Open wide! Dentists care for people's teeth. Give readers the inside scoop on what it's like to be a dentist. Readers will learn what dentists do, the tools they use, and how people get this exciting job.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-9
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think a dentist does during a day at work?
How do you feel when you visit the dentist, and why do you think it's important?
Can you name some tools that a dentist uses? What do you think they are used for?
If you were a dentist for a day, what would you do to help your patients?
Why do you think taking care of our teeth is important for our overall health?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, ask your child what they already know or think about dentists. This activates prior knowledge and sets a purpose for reading.
Encourage your child to express their feelings about dental visits and discuss personal experiences to make the conversation relatable.
While discussing the book, relate the dentist’s tools and tasks to any upcoming dental appointments to alleviate any fears and build understanding.
Use the illustrations in the book to point out specific aspects of the dentist's job, helping your child connect images with concepts.
Post-reading, consider scheduling a 'pretend dental check-up' at home where your child can role-play being a dentist, enhancing both comprehension and engagement.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding the importance of oral hygiene
Explanation: The book depicts the day-to-day activities of dentists, highlighting how they help keep people's teeth healthy.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by adopting regular brushing and flossing habits to maintain their dental health.
Example Lesson: Appreciating community helpers
Explanation: Through the lens of a dentist's job, the book teaches children about the roles different community helpers play.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to respect and value the contributions of various professionals in their community, fostering a sense of gratitude.
Example Lesson: Overcoming fear of visiting the dentist
Explanation: The book provides a friendly portrayal of dentists, which can help reduce children's anxiety about dental visits.
Real-World Application: Children can feel more comfortable and less fearful during their own dental appointments.