Teach community helpers vocabulary with 24 interactive clip cards featuring jobs and careers kids recognize in everyday life. Perfect for ESL/ELL learners, kindergarten, and primary grades, this set builds spelling, reading, and word–picture association through hands-on practice in centers, small groups, and independent work.
What’s Included
- 24 picture → word clip cards (community job image with three word choices)
- 24 word → picture clip cards (job word with three image choices)
- Teacher directions for setup and use
- Organization labels to keep sets sorted
Vocabulary covered (24 jobs & careers): astronaut, coach, baker, construction worker, dentist, doctor, crossing guard, detective, nurse, pilot, painter, police officer, reporter, veterinarian, firefighter, mail carrier, lifeguard, soldier, cashier, mechanic, librarian, chef.
Why Teachers Love This Set
- Real-world relevance: introduces occupations kids see in their community
- Differentiated play: two formats support mixed-ability learners
- ESL-friendly visuals: clear illustrations paired with simple job words
- Hands-on & engaging: clip or mark answers for active learning
- Reusable & low prep: print, laminate, and use year after year
Classroom Uses
- Community helpers unit in social studies or ESL
- Literacy and vocabulary centers
- Small-group or newcomer intervention
- Partner games for listening & speaking
- Independent practice or early finisher activities
Setup & Printing
- Print cards on cardstock (color recommended).
- Laminate for durability; cut along trim lines.
- Provide clothespins or mini-clips for students to mark answers.
- Store in labeled envelopes or bins for quick center use.
Tip: Add a small dot on the back of each card to make them self-checking.
Skills Covered
- Community helpers and jobs vocabulary
- Spelling and word recognition
- Picture–word association
- Speaking & listening for ESL/ELL students
- Fine motor practice (clipping, tracing choices)