Wildfire Alert!

By Lynn Peppas

Book Overview

Fire is both a symbol of life and powerful destructive force. This book features a look at the life of fires, both in the wild and in cities, and how they are battled, contained, and extinguished. Wildfire Alert! features: - the elements needed to create fire - famous fires, including the Chicago Fire and the forest fires in Yellowstone National Park - fire fighters, such as Hot Shots and Smokejumpers - the deadly effects of smoke inhalation - activity/observation pages

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0778716066
• ISBN13: 9780778716068
• Release Date: March 2004
• Publisher: Crabtree Classics
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"
• Age Range: 10 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 8