Explains the clothing, tools, schooling, and work of fire fighters.

Presents information about the vehicles and equipment used to fight fires from the ground, sea, and sky.

Introduces the type of work, dangers, and requirements for the job of firefighter.

Illustrations and one-word sentences portray a group of firefighters as they respond to a call and save a store from being destroyed.

Illustrations and alphabet text introduce readers to the equipment firefighters use and the jobs that they do.

"From colonial times to the modern day, two things have remained constant in American history: the destructive power of fires and the bravery of those who fight them. Fighting Fire! brings to life ten of the deadliest infernos this nation has ever endured: the great fires of Boston, New York, Chicago, Baltimore, and San Francisco, the disasters of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory, the General Slocum, and the Cocoanut Grove nightclub, the wildfire of...

Simple text presents a short introduction to fire fighters.

"Simple text and full-color photographs present a mystery community helper, one clue at a time, until his or her identity is revealed"--Provided by publisher.