Firefighters' Handbook

Meghan McCarthy

From award-winning author-illustrator Meghan McCarthy comes an entertaining picture book that explores the training and day-to-day life of being a firefighter as they put out fires and saves lives.

Do you have what it takes to be a firefighter?

From attending the Firefighter Academy to training with a team, there are many things you have to accomplish before becoming a firefighter! Learn the tools firefighters use, the kinds of trucks firefighters drive, and the dangerous situations they find themselves in as they put their lives on the line to help others in this charming picture book from the author of Pop: The Invention of Bubble Gum.

Praise for Firefighters' Handbook:

★“The writing is clear and specific, and the expansive, colorful acrylic illustrations, including labeled diagrams, are themselves quite informative.” —Horn Book, starred review

"An essential title for any elementary unit on community helpers." ―Booklist

"Young firefighting aficionados looking to self-identify will find lots to work with here, as persons of multiple races and gender identities are shown. An informative offering that is both appropriately accessible and comprehensive." ―Kirkus Reviews