Homeschool Crew Review: Firetrucks

     Lots and Lots of Firetrucks and Firefighters book and Safety Songs DVD set by Marshall Publishing has been a fun way for my children (especially enjoyed by my son) to learn more about fire safety. The songs are catchy; I have even heard my son whistling one of the tunes long after we stopped watching. This set is currently available for $29.95.

     Joseph shared “I learned that you can call 911 free from a payphone.” (Actually I don’t see many pay phones any more.) He knew of a wildfire that was close to my cousin’s house in Texas last summer, so he asked even more questions about that after viewing this DVD.

     The Lots and Lots of Firetrucks and Firefighters book is a full color 124 page paper back the size of a very thick coloring book. It includes a history of fires and firefighting and even firehouse recipes. Did you ever wonder why a dalmatian is the fire house dog? There is a page devoted to that. Tools and equipment are pictured and described, and there are even pictures of antique fire trucks.

Product description from the website:

"If you love fire trucks, get ready for the most exciting collection of non-stop fire truck songs, safety tips and fire fighting action you will ever see!

This unique DVD is divided into two sections: FIRST, the menu allows instructors to easily use a CLASSROOM SECTION suitable for use by Fire Safety Personnel or Teachers in School and Fire Department Open House situations as well as Community Presentations where a short, 12 minute information packed program is needed and: SECOND, users can play all or select any of the exciting individual segments for a non-stop attention grabbing half-hour of learning fun!

Various segments include:

LOTS AND LOTS OF FIRE TRUCKS, CALL 911, FIREMAN JIMS SAFETY TIPS, STOP, DROP AND ROLL, YOUR HOME SAFETY PLAN, ITS AN EMERGENCY, HEROES BRAVE AND TALL, GREAT BIG FIRE TRUCKS, FIRE TRUCKS IN ACTION

From giant hook n ladders to spectacular super soakers, you will see the biggest collection of firefighting and rescue equipment ever recorded on one DVD and all set to the Award-winning music of family musician, James Coffey!"

Disclaimer: The publisher provided me with a copy of this DVD and book. All opinions shared are my own.