Stop, Drop, and Read: 5 Picture Books For Your Little Firefighter

Fireman Small, by Wong Herbert Lee
Just when Fireman Small thinks his long day of putting out fires is over, RING! The fire alarm sounds and Fireman Small is back out into the streets, with his faithful dalmation pup. With simple, yet appealing rhyming, this story shows the reader the never-ending determination a true firefighter has every single day.

Molly, by Golly! The Legend of Molly Williams, America’s First Female Fightfighter, by Dianne Ochiltree, illustrated by Kathleen Kemly
The amazingly true story of Molly Williams, a cook for a group of firefighters in New York in the 1800’s, who jumps into action to help when a deadly fire breaks out during a severe snow storm. From carrying buckets of water to dragging out the firehose, Molly earns the respect and admiration of not only the community, but the firefighters who honor her with the title of “Volunteer Number 11.” A beautiful story that inspires as well as leaves the reader on the edge of their seat.

Firehouse, by Mark Teague
Edward has a day like no other when he gets a chance to visit a real firehouse! Filled with hysterical antics and adventures, Edward ends up being the hero no one expected when an emergency happens and he unknowingly saves the day. Children will love the funny twists and turns of the story, as well as the colorful and whimsical illustrations that bring this humorous tale to life.

If I Were a Firefighter, by Thomas Kingsley Troupe, illustrated by Mick Reid
What would YOU do if you were a firefighter? Would you go into burning buildings? Would you slide down the fireman’s pole? These are the questions that the narrator, a little girl longing to be a firefighter, is answering. A great opportunity to have a conversation about fire safety, as well as imagine what life as a firefighter would be like. And an awesome way to show that not just boys want to be firefighters; an important message for readers of any age!