The True Story of Nick the Firedog with Fire Safety Tips

 

Disclosure: I was sent a digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I am working with The Children's Book Review and Timothy P. Dexter, Jr. and will receive a small stipend for this review. All opinions are my own.

When you hear firehouse dog, I am guessing you don't think about a pit bull. Today I get to share with you a fun new picture book about a firedog who is a pit bull!! This sweet picture book is fun and introduces pet care as well as fire safety to young children. The book is The True Story of "Nick the Firedog" by Timothy Dexter, Jr. 

From the Publisher:

The True Story of Nick the Firedog

Written by Timothy Dexter, Jr.Ages 4-8 | 24 Pages
Publisher: Independently Published | ISBN-13: 9798746907578

Publisher’s Synopsis: The True story of “Nick the Firedog” is a true story about a pit bull puppy that was left abandoned and tied to a fire hydrant a block away from the firehouse. The puppy was rescued by the local firefighters where he quickly became a permanent fixture at the firehouse and a local celebrity. He goes on calls, teaches fire prevention, and even has his own fire coat.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Timothy Dexter, Jr. is a 20 year veteran of the Fire Service. The author currently holds the rank of Assistant Fire Chief of the City of Newburgh, NY Fire Department where the real Nick the Firedog lives. This is the first book he has written which tells the true story of how an abandoned puppy got a new lease on life as a firehouse mascot.

From Me:

This book is a sweet story. I love that the firemen saw a dog in trouble and took him in. They saw he got along with them and decided to keep him.  They even bring him to fires as well as schools to talk about fire safety. In the book some fire safety is mentioned like checking fire detectors monthly, sleeping with doors closed and more. Do your kids know at home fire safety? 

I love the story and the illustrations in this book. It is perfect for the younger kids who love dogs and fire stations. It also can start discussions on fire safety as well as taking care of pets and what is required. 

Fire Safety

To go with this book, I wanted to share some resources for fire safety. Years ago, we shared a post with a book about fire safety. I also asked some fellow bloggers what they had on fire safety. Here are the ones that are free.

1) From Wise Owl Factory: Free Fire Safety Count and Graph for Pre-K thru Grade 1

2) From Homeschool Share: Free Fire Station Pretend Play Printables

3) From Mommy Evolution: Fire Safety Picture Books & Unit Study

4) From Mama Smiles Joyful Parenting: Simple Fire Safety Experiment

5) From 24 Hour Family: Teaching Kids about Fire Safety (Plus Learn How to Draw a Fire Extinguisher) (not pictured)

You can download free Fire Prevention Materials from Volunteer Firefighter Alliance (or fill out the form to have them sent to a school or classroom). Smokey the Bear offers all sorts of information on wildfires from prevention to preparing your house for them. The American Red Cross has many resources on fire safety including one on children and home fires. Also, if Rock Your Homeschool has a Camping & Fire Safety Unit Study for purchase.

Giveaway:

Enter for a chance to win a copy of The True Story of Nick the Firedog autographed by Timothy P. Dexter, Jr. and Nick's personal pawprint stamp! Good luck!

Three (3) winners receive:

• An autographed paperback copy of The True Story of Nick the Firedog

The True Story of Nick the Firedog: Book Giveaway