EMTs (Community Helpers) (Community Helpers: Blastoff! Readers, Level 1)

EMTs (Community Helpers) (Community Helpers: Blastoff! Readers, Level 1)

Emergency! The EMTs spring into action. They jump into the ambulance and race to save the day. Scenes like this one are common for the workers explored in this informative title. An opening narrative pulls readers into the action, while leveled text and interesting photos explore the daily duties of EMTs. Additional features highlight the gear and skills of these important helpers, and a picture glossary illustrates important terms. Beginning readers will gain a new appreciation for these lifesaving helpers! "Cashiers, counselors, delivery drivers, and EMTs, and the importance and community impact of each role, are introduced in this series. Readers will recognize a lot of different examples of how they encounter these essential workers in real life: while grocery shopping, waiting for a delivery, or going to their counselor for help. The book about counselors helps normalize a child’s experience visiting with a counselor in a variety of situations―for example, after having a disagreement with a peer. Each page includes two or three short statements, along with an accompanying image that appropriately complements the text. Notable to this series is its depiction of many different diversity identifiers, including race, culture, ethnicity, and ability. Caregivers may be inspired to point out these everyday heroes to children as they encounter them in daily life. VERDICT A timely addition to any collection, including home libraries." --School Library Journal: Series Made Simple (Community Helpers, 2021)