We Need Fire Fighters

Helpers in Our Community

by Lola M. Schaefer, Gail Saunders-Smith (Editor)

Simple text and photographs describe fire fighters and their role in our communities.

Genres: Nonfiction

24 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1999

About the author

Lola M. Schaefer is an educator, writer, and gardener, and the author of many acclaimed books for children about math, art, science, technology, animals, and nature. She uses shovels, hoes, rakes, and scissors when she works in her garden. Lola M. Shaefer grew up in Indiana, and now lives in northern Georgia.

Reviews

[Zina · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a neat little book; it helps children to learn about fire fighters and what they do. The book breaks down what a fire fighter is, what they do, what equipment they use, what they wear on the job, how they use the equipment, how they help people and animals, and how they stay safe in fires. It’s a nice story to help children learn about community helpers.

[Stephen Snyder · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have a few preschool students who want to become fire fighters when they grow up. This book has further fueled their dreams.

Kudos Lola M. Schaefer!

[Kimmy · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a simple book for Toddlers and older children to learn and comprehend. My son (5) loved it, he is really into firetrucks and firefighters right now. This book covers what fire fighters do, how they help people, and the equipment they use to do their job. Each page uses a short sentence accompanied by a picture to explain what fire fighters do.