Jobs
Children are always thinking about what to be when they grow up, this is why it's important to teach them jobs vocabulary. Here you'll find a list of professions and fun activities to help them learn about this topic.
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“What do you want to be when you grow up?” That’s one of the most common questions adults ask kids, and the answers are always interesting and imaginative, from astronauts to doctors, they start thinking and dreaming about jobs and what they’re going to become when they’re older.
Children tend to look for ideas for their future jobs from their relatives, their favorite characters in books or movies, and even their favourite toys. The options seem to be diverse, and it’s always a great idea to teach them vocabulary related to jobs and professions from a young age, not only to widen their vocabulary, but also to start instilling a sense of responsibility and respect towards work.
To make them more aware of the different choices there are regarding jobs and occupations, teach them a wide range of professions available in the community, and make sure they understand the value of every and each one of those jobs and how they shape their neighbourhoods and cities.
Here you’ll find a list of jobs and professions that you can teach your kids. You’ll also find activities and games to further complement the lesson.
List of professions
artist
astronaut
chef
construction worker
firefighter
doctor
police
teacher
veterinarian
actress/actor
architect
singer
dentist
detective
writer
farmer
nurse
pilot
engineer
accountant
butcher
cashier
barber
carpenter
baker
electrician
flight attendant
plumber
photographer
receptionist
scientist
lawyer
bus driver
designer
journalist
lifeguard
musician
painter
florist
sales assistant
mechanic
model
shop assistant
politician
translator
hairdresser
taxi driver
pharmacist
travel agent
cleaner
biologyst
bussineswoman
bussinesman
dancer
gardener
meteorologyst
postman
programmer
nanny
travel guide
saleswoman
salesman
researcher
Jobs and Work Vocabulary
job
A position of regular employment.
work
A mean of earning income.
boss
The person who is in charge at work.
employee
A person hired to work for another.
schedule
Someone's work hours.
day off
A free day from work or school.
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