Calling for help

Life Skills · First aid for kids · ages 6-11

Name ______________________ Date ____________

Which of these is true about emergency numbers?
- They are different in different countries
- They are the same everywhere
- Only grown-ups may know them
You should learn the emergency number for the country where you live.
Circle one: True False
You should hang up the phone as soon as you finish talking.
Circle one: True False
Why does the helper need to know where you are?
- So they can find you
- So they can send a letter
- So they know your age
When you call for help, which three things should you say?
- Who you are, where you are, and what happened
- Your favorite color, food, and game
- Nothing at all
112, 911, and 999 are all emergency numbers used in different places.
Circle one: True False
You are calling for help but you feel scared. What is the best thing to do?
- Take a breath and speak slowly and clearly
- Whisper so no one hears
- Give up and hang up

Answer key

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They are different in different countries · Emergency numbers differ by country, like 911, 112, or 999. Learn the one where you live.
True · Knowing your own emergency number means you can get help fast.
False · Stay on the phone until the helper says it is okay. They may need to ask more.
So they can find you · Your location helps the helpers come to the right place quickly.
Who you are, where you are, and what happened · Telling them who, where, and what helps the helpers reach you and know how to help.
True · Different countries use different numbers. Yours might be one of these.
Take a breath and speak slowly and clearly · A slow, clear voice helps the helper understand you, even when you feel scared.