smokejumping

"Detailed text informs readers of the duties, skills, and training required of smokejumpers."--Publisher.

"Detailed text informs readers of the duties, skills, and training required of smokejumpers."--Publisher.

Veteran smokejumper Jason Ramos offers a rare inside look at the lives of airborne firefighters, the select few who parachute into the most rugged and remote wild areas to battle nature's blazes.

Gives readers a behind-the-scenes look at how emergency responders do their day-to-day jobs.

"Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as a smokejumper. The book also explains the necessary educational steps, useful character traits, and daily job tasks related to this career, in the framework of the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) movement. Photos, a glossary, and additional resources are included"--Provided by publisher.

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

Describes the hazards and duties of smokejumpers, describing the experiences of Wayne Williams, who fights fires as a smokejumper.

Describes the education and training it takes to become a smoke jumper, and provides information on the risks involved, protecting the forests, jumping into a fire, and more.