A vibrantly illustrated, interactive book following Leo on a journey of learning and imagination as he discovers, step-by-step, how to think and play like a firefighter.
In an effort to get children to unplug and play in a technology driven society, the authors' mission is to help transform reading into meaningful pretend play by teaching children to have their very own firefighting adventure, just like Leo The full page illustrations and text offer opportunities for child participation and discussion throughout the story.
Leo is a little boy who wants to play firefighter, but, how? Through thematic vocabulary and colorful, realistic pictures, kids will actively follow along with Leo and learn what firefighters do, where they work, what they wear, what special gear they need and all the ways they help the community. Once Leo thinks about all the things he knows about firefighters, he can imagine himself as one too. Now he's ready to gather up his firefighter toys and save the day With a handy parent's guide and colorful cut-out sequence pictures at the end of the book, children can also pretend to be firefighters and have their very own rescue mission too.
Promoting quality family time for children and adults, the Firefighter Leo book is the first of 10 in the Think & Play the Social Scouts WayTM series that do just that. Kids love it for the bright pictures and adventures; adults love it for the creativity and play it brings to a child's mind. Great for preschool-aged children and adults alike, encouraging everyone to unplug, read, pretend and play.