DK Reads Emergency is part of DK's three-level reading scheme to get kids reading and learn how to read at home. At the "Starting to Read Alone" level, DK Reads Emergency is ideal for beginners reading for meaning, decoding and recognising words. Find out about lifesaving services who help us in emergencies in DK Reads Emergency, from dispatchers to answer 999 calls, to the police, firefighters, ambulance crew and other crucial services. Learn about the skills they need to do their jobs, the equipment and vehicles they use - and the courage that's required to risk their lives in order to rescue others. Levelled into stages, DK Reads is designed to help every child progress their reading skills and become a confident reader. With engaging stories, exciting images and interactive elements, including recipes, questions, diary entries and more, this series appeals directly to kids.