Whether you are studying fire safety, community helpers, or even transportation, books about firefighters and fire trucks are fun to read. This list of firefighter books will help your kids learn about fire safety and fire prevention in age-appropriate ways.
Firefighter Books for Preschool
Pete the Cat: Firefighter Pete, by James Dean – Pete and his classmates are excited about their field trip to the firehouse. They get to slide down the pole, meet all the brave firefighters, and even try on their helmets and gear. When the alarm sounds, Pete joins the firefighters to help.
Fire Chief Fran, by Linda Ashman – 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.
Curious George and the Firefighters, by H.A. Rey – George and the man with the yellow hat join a school field trip to the firehouse, where George finds all sorts of new things to explore.
Firefighters Help, by Dee Ready – What is a firefighter? What does a firefighter do? What tools does a firefighter use? The text and photos in this book will help kids answer these questions.
Protecting Your Home: A Book About Firefighters, by Ann Owen – I love this Community Helper series by Picture Window Books. The text is informational, yet age-appropriate, and the illustrations are large and colorful – perfect for both preschool and kindergarten!
I Want to Be a Firefighter by Dan Liebman – The Common Core standards emphasize the importance of non-fiction text. This is a great non-fiction book with diverse, colorful photographs that describes the duties of a firefighter with factual text that is easy to understand.
Books About Firefighters
Fire Fighters, by Norma Simon – This book takes readers from the fire station to a house gone up in flames and back to the station again. Trusty dalmatians help youngsters understand the seriousness of fighting a fire.
Spark the Firefighter, by Stephen Krensky – Spark is a dragon who is afraid of fire. To overcome his fear, he becomes a volunteer firefighter and learns to be brave.
Fireman Small, by Herbert Yee Wong – Fireman Small has had a busy day rescuing people and fighting fires . . . and it’s not over yet. Just as he’s preparing for a good night’s sleep, the fire bell rings yet again.
Firefighter Flo, by Andrea Zimmerman – Read along as the firefighters put on their fireproof suits, rush off in their truck, douse the fire with the big hose, and rescue the family pet.
Firefighter Frank, by Monica Wellington – Follow what happens to Firefighter Frank throughout his day.
The Firefighters Thanksgiving, by Maribeth Boelts – Although it has Thanksgiving in the title, this book can lead to a rich discussion about the sacrifices firefighters (and other community helpers) make working around the clock and on holidays.
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Books About Fire Trucks
The Little Fire Truck, by Margery Cuyler – Join firefighter Jill and her fearless little fire truck as they zip all over town to put out smoky fires and rescue those in need, with the help of the fire crew.
Fire Truck! by Ivan Ulz – With bold and colorful illustrations, this book follows firefighters as they work. The text is also a song (with sheet music included).
The Gingerbread Man Loose on the Fire Truck, by Laura Murray – While on a field trip to the fire house, the gingerbread man falls out of a classmate’s pocket and immediately attracts the interest of the firemen’s dog. The gingerbread man runs throughout the fire house to elude the dog. Then the fire alarm rings!
Alphabet Rescue, by Audrey and Bruce Wood – The little letters ride to the rescue on a fire truck.
Firefighter Books for Kids
Fire Engine No. 9, by Mike Austin – Told almost entirely in sound words, Mike Austin evokes the excitement of a 911 call as we follow firefighters down the fire pole, through town, and up the ladder truck.
I’m Brave! by Kate McMullan – He’s a good looking fire truck…and he’s brave, too!
Hamsters Don’t Fight Fires! by Andrew Root – For Hugo isn’t just a hamster. He’s also a great cook, a fast runner, a slow eater, and a fantastic dancer. However, what Hugo wants most of all is to be a firefighter. And even though Hugo worries that he’s too small to fight fires, he learns that just because something is difficult, it doesn’t mean he won’t try his hardest to achieve his dream.
Books About the Fire Station
Clifford the Firehouse Dog, by Norman Bridwell – This classic barely needs any introduction; children everywhere love Clifford the Big Red Dog and his antics!
Our Fire Station, by Mary Meinking – A fire station helps keep our community safe. Community helpers work hard to keep a fire station running smoothly. This nonfiction book with photos explains who works at a fire station, what the workers do, and what makes a fire station special.
Lou, by Breanna Carzoo – A children’s picture book about a fire hydrant and unlikely neighborhood hero
We Work at the Fire Station, by Angela Aylmore – Another great non-fiction series by Raintree Sprouts, We Work at the Fire Station features outstanding photographs that capture the attention of the young audience. The index and table of contents make it the perfect book to introduce features of non-fiction text to your students.
Firehouse! by Mark Teague – A visual treat from acclaimed children’s author/illustrator Mark Teague, your students will enjoy the zany antics of Edward and Judy.
Firefighters! Speeding! Spraying! Saving! by Patricia Hubbell
Preschoolers and kindergartners alike will love this enchanting book filled with rhyme and noisy onomatopoeia that encourages them to participate.
