Students will learn that people wear different hats when they go to work. Students will learn that hats serve different purposes. If possible, research what community helpers the children have had an opportunity to visit with. Try to schedule a unique visitor. Students should be aware and have knowledge of words such as uniform, community, and career.
Guest speakers can give an overview of what their role in the community is.
Describe how their hat helps define who they are and what they do. Allow time for questions and answers. Students will write several sentences about what type of hat they might want to wear when they are older. Discuss why it might not be necessary for everyone to wear a hat. The Learning Network is supported by a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Education.