Frank Carlson Library

Every day, people are faced with critical, life-threatening situations – in times of trouble, who can help? In this title, readers will get to know the firefighters who arrive on the scene of a fire. Chapters highlight the history of fighting fires as well as the training, tools, and knowledge firefighters need to save lives and property during forest fires, wildfires, and house fires. An interview with a real-life firefighter provides insight into...

"Engaging images accompany information about firefighters. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

Describes a day in the life of a fire fighter.

In this book, young readers will learn about wildfire firefighters.

"Nonfiction, simple text with full-color photography presenting community helpers on the scene of a fire"--

Buzz and Fly Guy visit the firehouse, where they learn facts about firefighters, fire trucks, and fire safety .

This title, Firefighters, shows readers how firefighters help their communities and why fire safety is important. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...

Describes the training, equipment, and work of a firefighter.

"Kids can tag along to the fire station with firefighter Elmo and other Sesame Street friends! They'll learn about firefighters' gear, fire trucks, and how to make a fire safety plan with their families"--

During Fire Safety Day, twin siblings who both want to be firefighters learn all about different types of firefighters, from those who fight forest fires to those who work at airports to help with airplane emergencies.