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In the Community

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A community is a place where people live, work, and play. It has homes. It has businesses business APINYA PHUANGPHEM—EYEEM/GETTY IMAGES a place that sells goods or services (nound) The business on the corner sells baked goods. and schools. What do you have in your community?

Stores

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There are places to shop in a community. Food is sold in supermarkets. Snacks and other items can be found in smaller stores. These are called convenience stores.

Parks

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Communities have space for recreation recreation WIREDTOSEEPHOTOGRAPHY/GETTY IMAGES an activity done for enjoyment (verb) He likes to ride his bike for recreation. . Parks might have walking paths. Some have fields or playgrounds.

Schools

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Schools are where kids go to learn. Big cities have many schools. Smaller towns might have just one.

Medical Centers

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Hospitals and doctors’ offices help people stay healthy. People who are sick or hurt go there for help.

How Do You Get Around?

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There are lots of ways to get from place to place. You can walk or ride a bike. You can take public transportation. That is a bus, train, or subway.