Firefighters are utterly captivating with their shiny red trucks, large firehouses, and heroic deeds! My kids love running around our house, playing firefighter, and reading stories about their favorite subject. The books on this reading list feature entertaining and informative tales celebrating firefighters\u2019 essential role in our community. Full of engaging text and colorful illustrations, these stories are excellent choices to read during Fire Prevention Month (October) and all year long!<\/p>\n
no no 9781635924268 Fire Chief Fran<\/i> by Linda Ashman, illustrated by Nancy Carpenter <\/p>\n
This superb story gives readers insight into the everyday activities of a firefighter. From training to helping animals to providing medical aid and extinguishing fires, there\u2019s a lot to do! The effortless rhymes and action-packed pictures featuring an inclusive team of firefighters make this book shine.
\nAges 4 – 8<\/i><\/p>\n
9781101934890 Fire Engine No. 9<\/i> by Mike Austin <\/p>\n
Filled with boisterous onomatopoeia and vivid illustrations, this enthralling book is a must-read for little ones. They will relish using their voices to make the whoosh of the firefighters sliding down the poll and the roar of the sirens.
\nAges 0 – 3<\/i><\/p>\n
9780399257797 The Gingerbread Man Loose on the Fire Truck<\/i> by Laura Murray, illustrated by Mike Lowery <\/p>\n
My kids and students adore this delightful series starring an energetic gingerbread man. During a class trip to a firehouse, the Gingerbread Man narrowly escapes the clutches of a hungry Dalmatian and joins the firefighters in saving a burning building. The upbeat rhymes match the energy of the exuberant Gingerbread Man to create an amusing story.
\nAges 5 – 8<\/i><\/p>\n
9780763660864 Miss Mingo and the Fire Drill<\/i> by Jamie Harper <\/p>\n
It\u2019s Fire Safety Week in Miss Mingo\u2019s class, and your kids will love learning fire prevention tips with the animals in this story. The book skillfully addresses the students\u2019 fire-related fears and teaches the ins and outs of fire drills and safety. As a bonus, readers will find fun facts about the animals throughout the story.
\nAges 4 – 8<\/i><\/p>\n
9780679854388 Big Frank’s Fire Truck<\/i> by Leslie McGuire, illustrated by Joe Mathieu <\/p>\n
This classic tale follows Big Frank as he works a 24-hour shift at the fire station. His day includes school visits and fire inspections while staying prepared for an emergency. When a wildfire hits, he tackles the blaze with his pumper engine. This story is the perfect combination of information and entertainment.
\nAges 3 – 7<\/i><\/p>\n
9780307960245 The Fire Engine Book <\/i> by Tibor Gergely <\/p>\n
\u201cDing, ding, ding! goes the alarm.\u201d There\u2019s a fire, and the brave firefighters jump in their fire engine and extinguish the flames in a burning building. This iconic Little Golden Book stole my daughter\u2019s heart and quickly became a family favorite.
\nAges 2 – 5<\/i><\/p>\n
9780679884767 Arthur’s Fire Drill<\/i> by Marc Brown <\/p>\n
Big brother Arthur shows his little sister, DW, several fire safety tips to ease her fear of her school fire drill scheduled for the next day. This sweet, leveled reader has a ton of helpful information wrapped into an engaging story.
\nAges 5 – 8<\/i><\/p>\n
9780756689926 Touch and Feel: Fire Engine<\/i> by DK <\/p>\n
Little hands will enjoy touching various textured elements of this tactile story featuring colorful photographs of firefighters and their tools. This sturdy board book is a fun way to ignite babies\u2019 and toddlers\u2019 love of literacy.
\nAges 2 – 5<\/i><\/p>\n
9781101931677 All Fired Up! (PAW Patrol)<\/i> by Golden Books, illustrated by Nate Lovett <\/p>\n
Paw Patrol fans will love coloring their favorite characters in this exciting activity book. The adorable team of pups appears in various puzzles, coloring pages, and stickers, emphasizing the plucky fire dog, Marshall!
\nAges 3 – 7<\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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