Big Frank's Fire Truck (Pictureback(R)) [Paperback]

Leslie McGuire (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 3 and up | Grade Level: P and up | Series: Pictureback(R)

Illustrated in full color. Ride along with Big Frank and the rest of the crew as they race to the scene of an accident, inspect the local KwikShop, demonstrate fire safety at Niceview Elementary School, and battle a raging brush fire! In between calls, hang out at the firehouse with Big Frank and the gang. It's all in a day's--and night's--work for our firefighting friends.  

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Illustrated in full color. Ride along with Big Frank and the rest of the crew as they race to the scene of an accident, inspect the local KwikShop, demonstrate fire safety at Niceview Elementary School, and battle a raging brush fire! In between calls, hang out at the firehouse with Big Frank and the gang. It's all in a day's--and night's--work for our firefighting friends.  

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 3 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers (October 8, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 067985438X
• ISBN-13: 978-0679854388
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 0.2 x 8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (33 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,978 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #3 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > People & Places > Careers
  • #13 in Books > Children's Books > Education & Reference > Careers
  • #20 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Teens > Literature & Fiction > Adventure & Thrillers

Customer Reviews

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28 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply The Best, June 29, 2000

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Dennis O'Laughlin - See all my reviews

This review is from: Big Frank's Fire Truck (Pictureback(R)) (Paperback)

I am an art teacher and the father of a four year old little boy who has fallen in love with this book. Not just because it is about big fire trucks, but because it is a wonderfully illustrated synopsis of an admirable man doing his job well along with a team of firefighters that represent other cultures and genders without making it seem forced (unlike public education). This is one of the finest children's books we have purchased and it is because of the wonderful detail of the illustrations and how they compliment the writing. This book could stand on it's own without the writing (Good Dog Carl) just because of the illustrations, but it is wonderful to see art and text compliment each other so well n children's books. Buy this book now if your boy (or girl) loves trucks, pictures, and a story that weaves the two together in a magical way. You'll see!

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great, exciting, educatinal read, July 16, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Big Frank's Fire Truck (Pictureback(R)) (Paperback)

I agree with the other reviews. My 2 year old will be getting many years enjoyment out of this book. I especially like it because it keeps his rapt interest for much longer than most 'pre-school' aged books, but is simple enough for a toddler. But my absolute favorite part, is the fact that Our Hero, Fireman Frank, has lunch and a nap as part of the book. With an active toddler, you need all the reinforcement you can get for those sticky areas!! :-) Great role model!

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars favorite of fireman books, February 21, 2003

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microjoe - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Big Frank's Fire Truck (Pictureback(R)) (Paperback)

This book is great for reading to Toddlers, and self reading elementary school students up to at least 9 years old. Longer than you think it would be, it gives you an example of the daily routine of a fireman. Lots of fun and educational too. The fireman is full of personality due to great writing and wonderful detailed illustrations!