"It's very important for kids to learn about fire safety, and Mrs. Meyer of the local fire department has been brought in to teach the students at Ella Mentry School. But she is the weirdest safety expert in the world. She likes fire just a little too much. Will Mrs. Meyer catch on fire? Will she retire? What will transpire?" -- jacket.

Meet Sparky. This adorable Dalmatian puppy is an important member of the team at the fire station. But he's more than just a cute character in a book: Sparky is the official spokesdog for the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and what he has to say can actually save lives. This canine hero rescued a little girl and her family, and now he's helping kids become junior fire inspectors right in their own homes. In colorful, appealing illustrations,...

"Hay un simulacro de incendio en la escuela de JJ hoy. La mamá de Nina es bombera y está en la clase de visita. ¡JJ y sus amigos se prueban el equipo de bombero! Luego practican qué hacer en caso de un incendio en su escuela. ¡Todos quieren ser bomberos cuando sean grandes!"-- "There is a fire drill at JJ's school today. Nina's mom is a firefighter, and she is visiting the class. JJ and his friends get to try on firefighter gear! Then they practice...