Percy's dad wants to introduce his son to the community helpers in the neighborhood. These are people who serve others and deserve our respect. Percy meets a doctor, a firefighter, a librarian, and a police officer. Then he and his father join others in the park for a "fun run."

Stuart J. Murphy, a Visual Learning specialist calls this paperback an exercise in cognitive skills. Here the emphasis is on encouraging kids to think about ways they can help in their own community. The book also draws out our gratitude when we think of how many people are working hard to make our lives more secure, meaningful, and fulfilling. As a special added feature, Percy's Neighborhood includes "A Closer Look," which consists of two pages of activities and questions for further exploration.