I Know What to Do!: A kid’s guide emergencies and how stay safe

Emergencies can feel scary, especially for kids. Knowing what to do can make all the difference.I Know What to Do! is a practical, reassuring, and beautifully illustrated guide that helps children and their families prepare for emergencies together. Using clear language and calm, age-appropriate guidance, it teaches kids how to recognize danger, make safe choices, find trusted helpers, and take the next safe step.Inside, families will learn what to do during a:House fireCarbon monoxide alarmNatural gas leakPower outageDangerous spillMedical emergencyWinter stormThunderstormHeat waveWildfireTornadoFloodEarthquakeTsunamiUnsafe person threatGetting lostFinding something dangerousThe book also introduces family emergency plans, safe meeting places, emergency kits, important phone numbers, communication tools, way to practice, and how to recover after a real event.Each topic is presented in a simple, easy-to-follow format that families can read together, discuss, and practice. Every section features a full-page colour illustration, helping children understand and remember important safety actions without making emergencies feel overwhelming.Designed as both an engaging children's book and a lasting family preparedness resource, I Know What to Do! is:Printed in full colour on high-quality paperWritten for elementary school-age children and their familiesUseful at home, in classrooms, libraries, and community programsMade to be revisited as an ongoing preparedness resourceThis is more than a book to read once. It is a conversation starter, a teaching tool, and a practical reference families can return to before, during, and after an emergency.Preparedness does not have to begin with fear. It can begin with a calm conversation, a simple plan, and the confidence of knowing what to do.Written in Ottawa, Canada, by Michael Brulotte, a dad and emergency management professional with more than fifteen years of experience spanning 911 operations, policing, government, hospitals, and child-focused settings.