What Are We Learning This Week?
Firefighters help to keep our community safe.
This Week’s Big Questions
What kinds of emergencies might a firefighter help with?
Out on the Town
As you are walking or driving around your community, help your child keep an eye out for fire trucks and fire stations. When you see one, help your child describe what he/she sees.
Show Me! Our Words Of The Week
Say It:
Firefighter
Explain It:
A firefighter is someone who helps to put out fires in houses or other buildings.
Talk About It:
What is this firefighter wearing to keep her safe?
Say It:
Fire engine
Explain It:
A fire engine is a special truck that carries firefighters and their equipment to a fire.
Talk About It:
Why do firefighters carry hoses on fire engines?
Say It:
Fire hydrant
Explain It:
Firefighters get the water they need to put out a fire from a fire hydrant on the street.
Talk About It:
How could firefighters open this fire hydrant so they can get the water they need?