Keeping People Safe

One sunny morning last week, a group of people came to a new country. They were looking for a safe place to live and work. They wanted to be with their families. In our country, we have rules about who can come and live here. These rules are called laws.

The people who help make sure these laws are followed have a very important job. Their job is to keep everyone safe. Sometimes, when these helpers are doing their job, people get scared. They might not understand what is happening.

Last week, some helpers had to talk to a man who was not following the rules. The man was very frightened. The helpers were also worried he might run away. Things happened very fast, and the man got hurt. Many people saw this on the news and felt very sad. They wondered why helping with the rules sometimes looks scary or rough.

Our teachers tell us that helpers, like police officers, should always be kind and careful. Their job is to protect people. When they are doing their job with the rules about coming into the country, they should remember to be gentle. Everyone, no matter where they are from, deserves to be treated with respect.

This news story reminds us of two important things. First, rules help our communities stay fair and safe. Second, how we follow those rules matters. We should always use calm words and gentle actions. When we are solving a problem at school, we use our words, not our hands. Grown-up helpers should try to do the same.

It’s okay to feel confused about this news. It is a grown-up problem. For us, the lesson is simple: whether we are on the playground or in our country, we should always treat others the way we want to be treated—with kindness and care.

Vocabulary Words

Laws: Important rules that everyone in a country must follow.
Protect: To keep someone or something safe from harm.
Community: A group of people who live in the same area or share things in common.
Respect: Treating someone or something as important and valuable.
Gentle: Using care and soft actions, not being rough.

Comprehension Questions

What were the group of people in the story looking for?
A. A new school to attend.
B. A safe place to live and work.
C. A hidden treasure.
D. A fun vacation.
When did the news story about the helpers happen?
A. Last month.
B. Last year.
C. Last week.
D. Tomorrow.
What is the main job of the helpers mentioned in the story?
A. To deliver mail.
B. To keep everyone safe by following the rules.
C. To teach children in school.
D. To build new houses.
How does the story say we should solve problems?
A. By being the loudest.
B. By using our words, not our hands.
C. By running away.
D. By ignoring them.
What is the main lesson the story teaches?
A. Rules are not important.
B. Treat others the way you want to be treated.
C. Only help people you know.
D. It‘s okay to be rough if you are right.