Central Kansas Library System

Pete the cat takes a trip to the firehouse, where he tries on a firefighter's gear, takes a ride in a fire engine, and helps save Grumpy Toad from a burning building.

Award-winning author Jennifer Armstrong makes history come alive through the heartwarming tale of a 19th-century horse who demonstrates to children the importance of responsibility and duty. Even when Magnus the horse is told his services to the Broadway Firehouse is no longer needed, he continues appearing at the scenes of fires. Luckily, for the townspeople and the firemen, Magnus turns up just when they need him the most.

Edward and his cousin Judy visit a firehouse and learn about the work of fire fighters, especially when they participate in a fire drill.

Illustrations and one-word sentences portray a group of firefighters as they respond to a call and save a store from being destroyed.

Forest firefighters have many important jobs to do! Not only do they teach visitors about fire safety and prevention, they stand ready to put out a wildfire at any time! With helicopters, hoses, and all the tools of the trade, LEGO City Forest Firefigters keep the city safe.

Explains what each member of the fire crew does and how they help each other battle the flames.

Tito admires his neighborhood bomberos (firefighters) and dreams of becoming a bombero himself. One day his ability to speak both English and Spanish actually helps the firefighters save the day.

Roto the helicopter and her pilot, Roy, fight a forest fire and rescue a dog. Endpapers feature a cross-section of a helicopter with parts labeled and facts about helicopters.