Kids are imaginative and they often ponder what work they could do and what occupation they’d adopt. In this post, we are sharing the jobs and occupation vocabulary in English for kids. It’s important for kids to know the right terms, so they can explain their aspirations. We are certain that your kids listen to the questions like, “what do you want to become when you grow up?” on a daily basis.
Having a grasp on job and occupation vocabulary in English helps kids improve their knowledge but it also inculcates a sense of respect towards every profession. Below is a list of different occupations and jobs that can be taught to the kids. Let’s get to the lessons!
Jobs and Occupation Vocabulary List
Astronaut
Actor
Cleaner
Artist
Athlete
Chef
Doctor
Farmer
Dentist
Nurse
Sailor
Firefighter
Teacher
Vet
Truck driver
Scientist pilot
Musician
Soldier
Police
Architect
Detective
Writer
Pilot
Engineer
Accountant
Cashier
Carpenter
Flight attendant
Electrician
Plumber
Lawyer
Fashion designer
Journalist
Florist
Photographer
Painter
Pharmacist
Nanny
Dancer
Politician
Businessman/businesswoman
Gardener
Understanding Work-Related Terms
Previously, we have mentioned different occupations that kids should know about. In the section below, we have other work-related terms that they should know the meaning, such as;
· Job – a regular employment
· Work – the source of income or earning money
· Boss – a person who is in charge of company/business
· Employee – a person who is hired to do someone’s work
· Schedule – the work hours for every employee
· Off day – a holiday from work or job
Flashcards For Easy Learning
Learning about different occupations can be challenging for kids when they have just started learning. For this purpose, flashcards can be used because they are printed with pictures to show kids about specific jobs and professions. The visual pictures will help to match the words for easier understanding and quicker learning. We have prepared some flashcards that can be downloaded to teach your kids, and practicing with the flashcard will help with learning.
Additional Tips To Help Kids Learn About Different Occupations & Jobs
The kids should always be encouraged to know about different jobs and occupations. For this purpose, you can discuss various roles and perform them at home or within a specific community. In the section below, we are sharing different activities that can help.
Lego
We haven’t seen one kid who doesn’t like Lego but productive use of Legos will help understand different professions. For instance, parents can help kids build the neighborhood with Lego and discuss different roles within the neighborhood places. The neighborhoods include schools, houses, shops, airports, universities, bus stops, office towers, cinemas, and more. So, once you create the Lego structure, discuss different people who work at these places, discuss their roles, and let them pursue their dreams.
Go For Outings
A little outing is always preferred for kids and it can be a great learning method. For instance, whenever you visit the museum, shopping mall, or science centers, tell your kids about specific roles people are performing. In addition, you can tell what skills and education are needed to take up specific occupations.
Alphabet Careers
If you are taking your kid out for a walk or drive, play the alphabet game and let them think about different occupations that start with a specific alphabet (a for astronaut, d for a doctor, g for a gardener, and so on). This game will improve the occupation awareness of the kids. To make it fun, let them ask you the same questions. Moreover, when kids tell you a specific occupation, discuss the top three skills that they need for those jobs.
Dress Up
Every occupation has a specific dress code or uniform, and it’s a great way of teaching them about different occupations. So, take out the old clothes, tweak them, and let kids dress up for the job. To add a better touch, let them play around with the toy tools (if your kid is dressing up as a teacher, let them use the pens, and files).
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