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A community is a place where people live, work, and play. It has homes. It has businesses
business
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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
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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.