Community Helpers and their Importance EVS [8 Practice Worksheets]

Community helpers are people who make our lives easier and better every day. From doctors who save lives to teachers who help us learn, they play important roles in our community. This article will help students learn about these helpers, why they are important, and how they make a difference in our daily lives.

After reading the concept, students will be able to:

• Know about who are community helpers and understand their roles and importance.
• Knowing how doctors, nurses took care of us during COVID-19 and how militaries are community helpers.

Teachers can use this guide as a lesson plan or a reference for delivering the concepts to students and engage them in the classroom with the questions and examples given in this page.

Parents can download the 8 practice worksheets for their kids.

 

Who Are Community Helpers?

Community helpers are people who help us in our neighborhood. They do important jobs like keeping us safe, healthy, and happy. Doctors help us when we are sick, teachers help us learn, and farmers grow our food. They make our lives better, and we are thankful for them!

Some common examples of community helpers are doctors, firefighters, police, plumbers, masons, etc.

 

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List of different community helpers and their importance

1. Doctor:

• Doctors are trained to help sick people.
• They find out what is wrong and give medicines to make them better.
• They work in hospitals and clinics.

 

2. Nurse:

• Nurses work with doctors.
• They work in hospitals and healthcare centers.
• Nurses take care of patients, give medicine, and check their health.
• They are very important in healthcare.

 

3. Firefighter:

• Firefighters work at fire stations.
• Their job is to put out fires and save people.
• They use fire trucks to get to the fire.
• Fire trucks carry tools like water tanks, ladders, ropes, and first aid kits.

 

4. Teacher:

• Teachers are called 'nation builders.'
• They teach different subjects in schools, colleges, and other places.
• Teachers explain topics clearly using different methods.
• They also help in a child’s overall growth and learning.

 

5. Police Officer:

• Police keep law and order in the area.
• They stop crimes, catch offenders, and keep people safe.
• They also help during emergencies and provide support.

 

6. Fisherman:

• Fishermen catch fish to earn a living.
• Fishermen catch fish to earn a living.
• They use boats, nets, and tools to catch fish in rivers, lakes, and oceans.

 

7. Farmers:

• Farmers grow crops and raise animals.
• They plant seeds, water them, use fertilizers, and harvest the crops.
• They use and maintain farming tools and machines.
• Farmers sell food and animal products to people, shops, or other farmers.

 

8. Mail carrier:

• Mail carriers deliver letters, parcels, and documents.
• They follow planned routes to deliver mail.
• They collect outgoing mail and sometimes money for postage.
• They sort mail by delivery dates.

 

9. Gardener:

• Gardeners take care of plants in a garden.
• They water plants, use fertilizers, and protect them from pests.
• They remove weeds, clean litter, and keep the garden tidy.
• They cut grass and trim shrubs to maintain flower beds.

 

10. Mechanic:

• Mechanics fix vehicles, machines, and trucks.
• They check how engines and machines work and repair them.
• They use tools and equipment for repairs.

 

11. Chef:

• Chefs cook food in hotels, restaurants, and kitchens.
• They make tasty food for events like weddings, birthdays, and parties.
• They learn cooking techniques, create recipes, plan menus, and prepare delicious dishes.

 

12. Waiter:

• Waiters work in hotels and restaurants.
• They welcome guests, show menus, and explain dishes like starters, main courses, and desserts.
• They take orders and pass them to the kitchen.
• Waiters serve food and drinks and ask for feedback.
• They clear tables after guests finish eating.

 

13. Garbage collector:

• They collect garbage from trash bins and take it to the dumping zone.
• They separate biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste.
• Biodegradable waste is sent for recycling, and the rest is dumped.

 

14. Janitor:

• A janitor takes care of a building.
• They clean and keep the building in good condition.
• They mop floors, empty trash bins, and clean restrooms, windows, doors, and staircases.
• Janitors also lock the building after working hours.

 

15. Electrician:

• Electricians set up and fix electrical equipment.
• They check and maintain wiring and lights in homes and buildings.
• They work with architects on construction sites to plan building wiring.
• Electricians use tools from their kits for repairs.

 

16. Plumber:

• Plumbers take care of a building's plumbing system.
• They do repairs and fix plumbing issues.
• They install faucets, taps, showerheads, bathtubs, and pipes.

 

17. Mason:

• Masons work on construction sites.
• They build houses and buildings with bricks, stones, and concrete blocks.
• They use sand, cement, and water to join materials.
• They make walls, roofs, and floors.

 

18. House help:

• House helps clean and mop the house, dust furniture, and wash dishes.
• They also cook, wash clothes, and buy groceries from the market.

 

New Words:

Fertilizers: Chemicals that are added to the soil to boost the growth and development of plants.

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Did You Know?

During COVID-19, doctors, nurses, hospital staff, and ambulance drivers worked very hard to care for sick people.

 

The military helps during natural disasters like floods, earthquakes, and cyclones. They rescue people, take them to safe places, and provide food and essentials.

 

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Community helpers and their importance quiz:

1. Who helps to teach students in a school?

a) Doctor
b) Farmer
c) Teacher
d) Postman

2. Which community helper grows food for us?

a) Carpenter
b) Farmer
c) Police officer
d) Firefighter

3. Who delivers letters and parcels to your home?

a) Doctor
b) Postman
c) Plumber
d) Teacher

4. Who is responsible for putting out fires?

a) Firefighter
b) Nurse
c) Electrician
d) Carpenter

5. What does a doctor do?

a) Repairs cars
b) Treats sick people
c) Grows crops
d) Delivers mail

 

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Practice Worksheets

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Things you have learnt!

• Community helpers are important because they help us every day. They keep us safe, healthy, and happy. 
• People like teachers, doctors, and farmers work hard to make life easier for us.
• We should respect and thank them for their hard work.