From an early age, kids are taught that police officers help protect everyone and keep cities and towns safe. The police car is an important tool in that job, but kids might not typically see the inside of one. In this book, kids will learn that a police car is stronger than a civilian car, and they will also learn about the tools inside the car, such as a radio and a computer, that help police officers do their work well.

Fires just don't occur on land, but fire engines can't travel over the sea. Fire boats meet the need of fire protection on water, and kids will be interested to learn how they pump water directly from the sea in order to save vessels and prevent widespread damage. Kids will also learn that fire boats do more than put out fires; they can serve as rescue boats and ambulances.

A coast guard serves a nation s waters by providing assistance to boats and enforcing that nation s laws. In order to do these important tasks, coast guard boats are designed to be fast and maneuverable. Kids will get to know more about these boats special features, such as inflatable hulls, and learn about some boats special tasks, like breaking ice.