The Fire Station

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Fire Station
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Robert Munsch
Illustrated by Michael Martchenko
SeriesClassic Munsch
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:24
Dimensions(mm): Height 85,Width 85
ISBN/Barcode 9780920236772
ClassificationsDewey:813.54
Audience
General
Illustrations Throughout

Publishing Details

Publisher Annick Press Ltd
Imprint Annick Press Ltd
Publication Date 19 May 1983
Publication Country Canada

Description

This story starts out with a familiar premise: Michael and Sheila visit a fire station. But then the Munsch flair for imaginative insight and humor take over. While the two kids are exploring a fire truck, an alarm goes off-and away go Michael and Sheila to the rescue!

Author Biography

Robert Munsch is the author of more than 25 books for children including "The Paper Bag Princes" and "Stephanie's Ponytail." He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and studied to be a Jesuit priest before deciding to work with children instead. He taught in a variety of nursery schools and daycare centers while he earned an MA in Early Childhood Education. In 1975, Munsch and his wife, Ann, moved to Guelph, Ontario. The Munschs have three children: Julie, Andrew, and Tyya (see them all in "Something Good!"). Michael Martchenko has illustrated over 30 books for children and has exhibited his work throughout North America. He has won numerous awards for design and illustration. He lives with his wife, Patricia, in Toronto.