I Want to Be a Firefighter [Paperback]

Stephanie Maze (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up | Series: I Want To Be

Colorful photographs by America’s leading photojournalists and a fascinating text by Washington Post columnist Catherine O’Neill Grace create a thrilling close-up view of the fire-fighting profession. Witness training sessions, feel the heat of wildland flames, climb through burning buildings, and learn about the history of fire fighting--and its future. A listing of useful resources suggests ways to join the battle to prevent fire right now!

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Grade 4-6-While most books on this subject confine themselves to urban fire departments and are written for a younger audience, this one is designed as a career study for older readers. Maze covers many aspects of this taxing job, including urban, wildland, and international fire fighting. In addition, there are strong sections on history, famous people in the field (including two women), and related professions. There is an excellent and comprehensive section on related vocabulary, as well as a list of professional and safety organizations, government agencies, and fire museums. From its layout to its succinct writing style and excellent full-color photographs, Firefighter is a winner.
Barbara Buckley, Jericho Public Library, NY
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About the Author

Stephanie Maze is an award-winning photographer whose work has appeared in many magazines, including National Geographic, Newsweek, and Time. She is principal of Maze Productions, Inc., and lives in Washington, D.C.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Paperback: 48 pages
• Publisher: Sandpiper (July 26, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0152019375
• ISBN-13: 978-0152019372
• Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 8.8 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,355,770 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)