Little Buck the Fire Truck - by Jacqui Jorgeson (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

This heartwarming children's book introduces Little Buck, a little old fire engine with a big 'ole heart, on a mission to save the day when a wildfire threatens the town.

Prepare for an enchanting journey into the world of bravery, friendship, and resilience with "Little Buck the Fire Truck." When a wildfire starts just outside of town, the fancy new engines race off to answer the call, leaving Little Buck behind at the station. But as the fire grows and the big trucks run out of water, they'll need backup. Does this little engine have what it takes to save the day in a major way?

Little Buck the Fire Truck is an instant classic that will resonate with all children but may be especially meaningful for those who live in fire-prone areas. Reading and discussing this book with children is a gentle, trauma-informed way to help them understand some of the challenging elements of wildfire, including smoke, sirens, and evacuation, while reassuring them that, in hard times, help is always on the way.

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About the Author

Elita Elkana is a show creator and character designer with a BAA in Animation from Sheridan College in Canada. She has worked on preschool shows aired on Netflix, Nickelodeon, and Disney Junior; and has an award-winning animated film called "Wakalulu." She comes from a family of artists who encouraged her to doodle on the walls of their home when she was little, which was how she fell in love with drawing. Little Buck is her first children's book illustration.