fire extinction

A young girl describes all the work she would do if she drove a fire truck.

An introduction to fires including sections on how they start, how to prevent them and their after-effects.

Briefly describes what goes on at a fire station, the people who work there either as professional or volunteer firefighters, the equipment they use, and what happens when a fire alarm is sounded. Includes a related activity.

A photo-filled chronicle of the life of New York fire chief Peter J. Ganci, who died in the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, written by his son Chris.

Describes the vehicles, equipment, and procedures used by fire fighters.

A color-illustrated look at the methods and equipment used by firefighters to put out blazes in cities and on wildland and aircraft. Also includes a chronology, glossary, and list of further resources.

Presents an overview of the firefighting profession, discussing job requirements and career opportunities, and contains anecdotes that demonstrate the values needed to be an ethical firefighter.

Marley the dog explores the firehouse.

Discusses the different kinds of firefighters, what it takes to be a firefighter, and what firefighters do.

Follows a firefighter through a typical day, and answers questions children often have about the work of firefighters.