My Buddy's a Hero - And I Didn't Even Know It

By Kristie Kiernan Bouryal

Book Overview

In this story, based on true events, a retired lieutenant in the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) shares for the first time his brave 9/11 experience with his grandchildren. Countless stories of ordinary Americans doing extraordinary things surround us, but revealing their stories takes know-how. Through this authentic story and others in the series, kids increase their awareness about 9/11 and everyday heroes. They also learn how to ask probing questions and become active listeners and curious learners seeking context.

"My Buddy's a Hero - And I Didn't Even Know It" is the first book in the Discovering Heroes(TM) series of books for kids. "Remembering Heroes" is the second book in the series. "9/11 Courage and Tributes" is the third .

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0578421593
• ISBN13: 9780578421599
• Release Date: September 2018
• Publisher: Context Productions
• Length: 38 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 7 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 6