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Firefighters to the Rescue!

by R.W. Alley
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For fans of Richard Scarry and Busytown, here is a funny and informative picture book all about firefighters that features lively animal characters, a rollicking story, and detail-packed illustrations.
Firefighters to the rescue! The officers of Breezy Valley answer the call to protect their beloved town. Ladders, axes, and water hoses take center stage as the firefighters rescue the tabby cat twins, put out blazes, and save not only lives—but also the town ice cream parlor! Lively action, equipment details, cross-section pictures and more will keep young firefighter fans engaged throughout this delightful story.
“This is great fun and works so well. Full of life, humor and real information. The perfect combination. I had a smile on my face from the very beginning. It only disappeared a couple of times… when I was laughing.”
—Caldecott Medalist David Macaulay, author of The Way Things Work, Cathedral, Pyramid, Castle, and Mosque

  • Creators

  • Series

    Breezy Valley at Work

  • Publisher

  • Release date

    October 3, 2023

  • Formats

    • Kindle Book

    • OverDrive Read

      • ISBN: 9781662670282
    Kindle restrictions

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • Kirkus

      August 15, 2023
      A save-the-day story sprinkled with firefighter facts. What happens when the Tabby Twins get stuck on an ice cream cone sign during a kitchen fire? Led by cheerful, orderly Chief Piggie, the firefighters of Breezy Valley--a group of anthropomorphic animals--spring into action! At the scene of the emergency, the Tabby Twins argue while stranded on the ice cream cone sign. "You're breathing my air," snipes one. "Am NOT!" retorts the other. Their squabble lightens the mood and signals that all will be OK, and sure enough, they are returned to their mother promptly so the crew can fight the flames below. Next, it's on to fight a meadow fire and then time to unwind at the firehouse...until a late-night siren interrupts again--a firefighter's job is never done! The illustrations are reminiscent of Richard Scarry's work. Bustling scenes will keep readers searching for stories within the story. The main narrative, conveyed in blocky black text, can be followed easily, while the use of speech bubbles in the art adds to the fun. Early on, an elaborately labeled illustration of turnout gear is followed by diagrams of pumper and ladder engines and Brush Breaker trucks, making this a true love letter to firefighters and their tools. At the end of the book, Alley encourages readers to go back and spot details hidden in the art. (This book was reviewed digitally.) Classic in style, rich in information, and sweet in story. (Picture book. 4-8)

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  • Kindle Book
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  • English

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