Emergency Medical Technician (Library Binding) (ISBN-13: 9781499408072)

Emergency medical technicians are heroes on the move. As first responders, they have to stay calm and act quickly. They also need to operate complex equipment and do everything they can to save lives, all while under extreme pressure. Readers will get a glimpse at the exhilarating life of this heroic career, learning what it takes to be an EMT and what a typical day is like. This information-rich text covers training, specializations, certifications, and the steps necessary for getting involved in this career that counts. Readers will learn about the risks and rewards of being an EMT and are encouraged to think about if they, one day, could join their community's team of heroes. Fact boxes, sidebars, and helpful infographics provide opportunities for additional learning.

Author: Louise A. Spilsbury
ISBN-10: 1499408072
ISBN-13: 9781499408072
Publisher: PowerKids Press
Language: English
Published: 07/30/2015
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.30d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 6.2
Point Value: 1
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 176528 / Emergency Medical Technician


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 11/01/2015 pg. 20