Books About House Fires

The Best House Fires Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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Looking for excellent children's books about house fires? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Firegirl
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Our 3 Favorite Books About House Fires

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2006

Firegirl

By Tony Abbott

A boy befriends a burn victim, changing both their lives forever.

Golden Kite Award (2007)
149 pages· 31,583 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 9,233 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: When Jessica, a burn victim, joins Tom's seventh-grade class, her presence stirs fear and curiosity. Despite initial apprehensions, Tom forms an unexpected friendship with Jessica, challenging his perceptions and transforming his world. As they navigate school and Jessica's recovery, Tom must confront his fears and the judgments of others. Will their bond withstand the trials they face, and what lessons will they learn about courage and acceptance? This touching story explores the power of friendship and the impact of seeing beyond appearances.
Picture Book · Ages 4–8

A Chair for My Mother

A family collects coins and works together to buy a new chair to replace the one they lost in a fire.

32 pages· 1,092 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
4.5/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 26,380 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Survive a Fire

Discover how to escape the deadly mix of heat, fuel, and oxygen.

24 pages· 725 words· Est. 7 min read
3.3/5 Goodreads · 4 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: When heat, fuel, and oxygen collide, danger ignites. This guide empowers young readers to understand fire's causes and master escape strategies. Will you know what to do when flames threaten?
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