Washoe County Library System

Good habits form early; bad ones are hard to change. Stressing prevention, each title in the Living Well series calmly teaches children how to avoid accidents or health problems-while swimming, in a fire, or through proper sleep and hygiene routines. The series also explains chronic illnesses many children face, including diabetes and asthma. A frequently asked question-and-answer section and detailed sidebars help young readers understand the importance...

Shows what to do and what not to do to practice fire safety sense.

Mrs. Meyer from the local fire department comes to Ella Mentry School to teach the kids about fire safety, but Mrs. Meyer likes fire just a little too much.

Describes how to react safely if your clothes are on fire, by stopping, dropping to the ground or floor, and rolling to put out the fire.

Discusses the dangers of a fire, what to do if caught in a fire, and how to plan an emergency exit for a family.

The children at Napville Elementary School always ignore Officer Buckle's safety tips, until a police dog named Gloria accompanies him when he gives his safety speeches.

Discusses ways children can be safe around strangers, traffic, and other potentially dangerous situations.

"Introduces early readers to environmentalist concepts including greenhouse gases, carbon footprint, and air pollution, and what they can do to help the environment. Features real-life examples of kids like Greta Thunberg who have made a difference"--