I Want to Be a Firefighter

Written by Laura Driscoll · Illustrated by Catalina Echeverri

Part of the I Want to Be series

Discover the many roles of firefighters and choose your path to heroism.

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32 pages· 466 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· ~300L

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Bookroo's summary

Join two siblings as they explore the diverse world of firefighting during Fire Safety Day. From battling forest blazes to airport rescues, they uncover the many ways firefighters protect us. Will they find their calling among the heroes who prevent fires before they start? Dive into this engaging tale that blends storytelling with real-life insights, perfect for young readers eager to learn about community helpers. With simple language and diverse characters, this book invites children to imagine their future as a firefighter, sparking curiosity and inspiration in every page.

From the publisher

For the child who says, “I want to be a firefighter when I grow up!” And for any child who wants a gentle behind-the-scenes look at being a firefighter.My brother and I both want to be firefighters, but we can’t decide what kind to be. When firefighters from Fire District 1 visit our school for Fire Safety Day, we learn that there are firefighters who fight forest fires and work at airports to help with airplane emergencies. Did you know that there are other kinds of firefighters too? There are firefighters who figure out how a fire started and fight fires before they even happen. Maybe I’ll be a firefighter, too?With this story blending narrative with nonfiction, readers meet the many different kinds of firefighters who do so much to support our communities.I Want to Be a Firefighter is part of an I Can Read series that introduces young readers to important community helpers. This Level One I Can Read and Guided Reading Level J is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.For anyone looking for books about community helpers for kids, the I Can Read My Community books are a great choice. The books are bright and upbeat and feature characters who are diverse in terms of gender, race, age, and body type. Kids ages 3-6 will enjoy finding out more about the people who do so much to help all of our communities.

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