Fire Chief Fran / Linda Ashman ; illustrations by Nancy Carpenter.
Material type:
TextPublisher: New York : Astra Young Readers, an imprint of Astra Books for Young Readers, [2022]Copyright date: ©2022Edition: First editionDescription: 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 24 x 29 cmContent type: - text
- still image
- unmediated
- volume
- 9781635924268
- 163592426X
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Dr. James Carlson Library | Children's Picturebook | Community Helpers | ASHMAN, LINDA | Available | 33111011032766 | |||||
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Main Library | Children's Picturebook | ASHMAN, LINDA | Community Helpers | Available | 33111010940217 | |||||
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Northport Library | Children's Picturebook | ASHMAN, LINDA | Available | 33111009460284 |
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Perfect for fans of firefighters and fire trucks, this energetic rhyming picture book shows how a fire chief and her crew keep their community safe.
. . . lights begin flashing,
and-CLANG!-the bells blast.
They leap into action-
they need to move FAST!
If a puppy is in danger or a cafe is on fire, Fire Chief Fran is ready to help! Featuring a strong female role model, a huge fire truck, and an action-packed story, this read-aloud is a dynamic introduction to a day in the life of a firefighter. Follow along as Fire Chief Fran and her team respond not only to fires, but also to injuries, blocked roads, and more. With an irresistible rhyming text, acclaimed author Linda Ashman celebrates the many ways that firefighters help their communities. The book concludes with an author's note that is packed with further fascinating information about firefighters, their equipment, their fire trucks, their training, and more.
"What's a day in the life of a small-town fire department like? In this action-packed adventure, Fire Chief Fran leads her fire-fighters through everything from inspections and drills to dangerous blazes. If a puppy is in danger or a café is ablaze, Fran and her crew are ready to help! When the lights flash and the bells blast, these firefighters leap into action; they need to move fast. With energy and grit, compassion and calm, they help their community in many ways every day." -- jacket flaps.