What Do People Do All Day?
#1 in Busy places Series
What’s inside...
This book is an illustrated exploration of the different jobs and activities that occupy people's daily lives. Through vibrant and detailed scenes, children can see how everyone in Busytown contributes in unique ways to the community's overall functionality.
Character compass
Huckle Cat
Lowly Worm
Sergeant Murphy
Discussion points
What job would you like to try from the book and why?
How do you think the different jobs in the book help our community?
Can you think of someone we know who does one of these jobs?
What would happen if people stopped doing one of these jobs for a day?
How do you think each person feels about their job in the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, ask your child what they think the book might be about based on the title.
While reading, point out details in the illustrations that might not be explicitly mentioned in the text to help visualize the story.
After reading, connect the story to real life by discussing similar jobs that friends or family members do.
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in various roles and discuss the skills and qualities needed for each job.
Use the story as an opportunity to discuss the value of different kinds of work and how each job contributes to society.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding Different Professions
Explanation: The book provides a colorful depiction of various jobs people do in the community, from farmers to doctors.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate the roles different people play in society, helping them understand community dynamics and perhaps inspire future career interests.
Example Lesson: Valuing Hard Work
Explanation: The characters in the book take pride in performing their tasks diligently, showing the rewards of hard work.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to adopt a diligent attitude towards tasks they undertake, whether in school or at home, understanding that effort leads to success.
Example Lesson: Importance of Teamwork
Explanation: Many of the characters in the book work together to accomplish tasks, demonstrating how cooperation leads to achieving goals.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson in group activities, learning to collaborate effectively with peers which is a crucial skill for lifelong success.
Example Lesson: Economic Understanding
Explanation: The book illustrates basic economic concepts through its depiction of commerce and trade in the town.
Real-World Application: This introduces children to the basics of how economies function, promoting financial literacy from a young age.