A tribute to the unsung heroes of firefighting that takes readers along on a high-stakes mission to battle one of the deadliest natural disasters.
They Hold the Line introduces the roles that make up firefighting crews, explor.
FIREFIGHTER BOOK FOR KIDS: Firefighters are perennially popular with young kids as They visit fire trucks and stations, dress up as firefighters, and learn about public service professions.
It can also encourage neighboring communities to empathize and help those in need.
IMPORTANT RESOURCE BOOK: For families and communities experiencing the aftermath of a fire or other natural disaster, this book provides incredible insight into firefighters\' responsibilities.
And as these fires make national and international news, there\'s an increasing need for resources even for kids who aren\'t affected directly.
TIMELY NONFICTION PICTURE BOOK: As fires rage over a wider swath of the United States and countries across the globe, and as fire season lengthens year over year, this book will resonate with anyone who has been impacted.
REAL-LIFE INSPIRATION: The author was inspired to write this book by a question his sons asked as They watched fires rage from their Southern California home in August 2018: Who protects us from the fires? This book is an attempt to answer that question.
Thoroughly researched and packed with graphics, labels, sidebars, vocabulary, scientific concepts, historical facts, and so much more, They Hold the Line is an outstanding resource for young readers, families, communities, classrooms, and libraries.
Powerfully written by Dan Paley and brought vividly to life by artist Molly Mendoza, this compelling and informative book explores wildland firefighters\' complex jobs in a fascinating and approachable way.
From hotshot handcrews to those who support them, wildland Firefighters serve as stewards of the land, managing the health of our forests and the safety of our communities.
They Hold the Line delivers a dramatic inside look at the work of the highly trained first responders who risk their lives to fight wildfires.
Who helps to get this crisis under control? And what do these heroes do? They Hold the line.
On the ground, smoke fills the air as people prepare to flee their homes ahead of encroaching flames.
Frightening images of raging Wildfires top the daily news.
It is time to act.
A wisp of white smoke rises in the distance.
Tree bark sparks.
Lightning strikes.
A lone figure stands on a tower, watching and waiting.
A tribute to the unsung heroes of firefighting that takes readers along on a high-stakes mission to battle one of the deadliest natural disasters
