Local businesses are places where people can buy things they need or want. Think of it like a grocery store. When you go to the grocery store, it's usually close to where you live because it's easier to get what you need without having to travel far away. We find local businesses so we can get what we need quickly and easily. It's like going to your neighbor's house - you don't have to drive for hours, just a few minutes!

We verify the business owner so that we know who we are buying things from. It's like a special code to make sure it is really them and not someone pretending to be them. Think of it like a secret password - only the real business owner knows the answer. It's like when you show your teacher a note from your mom so she knows it is really okay for you to go outside for recess.

We list local businesses so that people can find them easily. It's like making a big list of all the places in your neighborhood that you want to visit. For example, if you wanted to buy a new toy, you could look at the list and see what toy stores are nearby. Or if you wanted to go out for dinner, you could check the list and see which restaurants are close by.