Penny the Firefighter Levels 9-11

Penny the Firefighter introduces young readers to the daily routines and vital responsibilities of a firefighter. Penny, who works the night shift, begins her evening by checking her gear and equipment at the fire station before keeping fit with exercise. As she prepares for dinner, the fire bell rings, prompting her and the team to respond to a garden shed fire. Upon their return, they reset their equipment and try to resume their meal-only to be called out once more. Through the sequence of events, readers gain insight into the readiness, physical fitness, and teamwork required in this essential community role. The book effectively highlights the unpredictability of emergencies and the importance of safety and preparation. Featuring strong content vocabulary, phonics development, and clear visual support through illustrations, this story offers a window into a real-life profession while building early literacy skills.

Educational Benefits:

• Builds awareness of community helpers and emergency response.
• Reinforces sequencing and cause-and-effect relationships.
• Expands vocabulary related to careers and safety.
• Supports phonics instruction using long and short vowel sounds.

Classroom Ideas:

• Role-play a day in the life of a firefighter using props or costumes.
• Create a fire safety poster as a group activity.
• Identify and label gear from the book using flashcards.
• Write a short narrative from Penny's perspective during a fire call.

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for ages 5+
• Measures 150 x 200 mm
• Paperback format
• No small parts or hazardous materials