The Little Fire Truck
#3 of 4 in Little Vehicles Series
What’s inside...
The Little Fire Truck is ready for rescues big and small in Book 3 of the Little Vehicles series! Join firefighter Jill and her fearless little fire truck as they zip all over town to put out smoky fires and rescue those in need, with the help of the fire crew in this picture book companion to The Little Dump Truck and The Little School Bus. There’s lots of challenging work to do, but this trusty team is always ready to rescue! A Christy Ottaviano Book.
Discussion points
How do you think the little fire truck feels when it helps put out fires?
What are some ways the fire truck helps the community?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone? How did it make you feel?
Why do you think teamwork is important for the firefighters?
What would you do if you were a firefighter for a day?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about helping others and relate it to the actions of the little fire truck.
Discuss the importance of community helpers and ask your child to think of other helpers they know.
Praise your child for times they have worked well in a team, linking it to how the firefighters must work together.
Use toy fire trucks or other firefighter-themed toys to act out scenes from the book to enhance engagement.
Ask your child to draw a picture of their favorite scene from the book, discussing the colors and characters involved.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: Throughout 'The Little Fire Truck,' the fire truck and the fire crew work together to put out fires and help in emergencies. The story emphasizes the importance of each member’s role in achieving common goals.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to collaborate with others, whether during school projects or while playing team sports, understanding that every team member's contribution is important.
Example Lesson: Helping Others in Need
Explanation: The book shows the little fire truck actively involved in rescue operations, highlighting the importance of helping those in emergency situations.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to be thoughtful and considerate, promoting acts of kindness such as helping a friend in need or supporting community welfare activities.
Example Lesson: Bravery and Courage
Explanation: The story portrays the little fire truck facing various challenges and emergencies bravely, teaching children the value of courage in difficult situations.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to face their own fears and stand up in challenging situations whether it's trying something new or standing up for what's right.
Example Lesson: Importance of Community Helpers
Explanation: ‘The Little Fire Truck’ introduces children to the roles of firefighters and other emergency responders, showing how integral they are to community safety.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children appreciate and respect the work of community helpers they encounter in their daily lives.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving
Explanation: The book frequently shows the fire crew solving problems, such as figuring out the best way to manage an emergency.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think critically and develop problem-solving skills which are essential in academics and everyday scenarios.