About this item
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 café 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.
About the Author
Linda Ashman's children's books have been named to the "best of the year" lists of the New York Times, Parenting Magazine, Child Magazine, New York Public Library, the Bank Street College of Education, the IRA/CBC and more. She lives in Chapel Hill, NC with her husband, son, and their two dogs.
For more information about Linda's books, including "The Nuts and Bolts Guide to Writing Picture Books," visit lindaashman.com.
Photo credit: Amy Stern Photography, Chapel Hill, NC
