fires and fire prevention

With gripping results, this companion novel to Undercover Latina returns to the high-stakes world of the Factory--an international organization of spies protecting people of color. Fifteen-year-old Amani Kendall?s biggest problem is being the only plus-size Black girl at a white private school?until her house burns down and her family is unexpectedly on the run. Suddenly, she?s reeling from the news that her formerly boring mom is being pursued by an ex-boyfriend turned stalker, and her scientist dad has gone MIA. At the same time, she has to navigate an underfunded school in the city, suffering the cultural whiplash of being surrounded by other Black students, including the cute boy who?s an old family friend. How much danger is their family really in, and how untraceable are they trying to be? Her mom offers only half-answers and roundabout lies, so Amani starts to investigate. But her sleuthing has unexpected consequences, uncovering secret family legacies that will change their lives forever. A revealing prequel to Undercover Latina for existing fans, Untraceable also serves as a thrilling introduction to the world of the Factory for readers encountering this fast-paced spy series for the first time.

"When forest fires blaze, brave airplanes at spring into action! Some planes swoop low to spray water on the flames. Others drop bright red fire retardant. Little Smokey hasn't quite figured out her job yet, but she wants to help. . . . And when a huge wildfire flares up--a fire that none of the other planes can control--it's Smokey's turn to show what she's made of"--Provided by publisher.

If there is a fire in your home, get out. Then call for help.

"Do you know the four rules of fire safety? Have a plan. Get out fast. Stay low. Plan and prepare by practicing these important life-saving skills. You will feel like a hero as you sing along to a catchy song from the "Fire Safety" series"--Back cover.

Provides information on the firefighters that fight fires in or near the water.

Find out about these courageous firefighters and how they use their quick thinking and expert skills to fight fires on airplaines.

Reveals why Little River, Alabama, experienced racial violence in 1997, including the murder of a black man, an attack on a white storekeeper, and the burning of two black churches by white teens.

"When Henry Cooper sets out on his mail route on Arcadia Street one crisp spring morning, he has no idea that his world is about to change. He is simply enjoying the sunshine as he lights up a cigar and tosses the match to the ground, entirely unaware that he has just started a fire that will destroy a neighborhood and kill a young wife"--Amazon.

Explains what is involved in the investigation when there is a chemical fire, covering chemical reactions, chemical hazards and processes, what techniques are effective in fighting this type of fire, dangers from explosions and gases, environmental impact, determining cause, and more.

Examines the massive oil fires set by retreating Iraqi troops in Kuwait during the 1991 Persian Gulf War, and describes the effects on the people, economy, and environment of the entire region and how scientists continue to track pollution levels and health histories.