Firefighters are Our Friends
Objective: By the end of this lesson, students will be familiar with firefighter gear and understand that they should not hide from firefighters.
Time Needed: 20 minutes
Supplies Needed: Member of Springfield Fire Department, Turnout Gear
Activity:
- During this lesson, a member of the Springfield Fire Department must present. They will begin by discussing with children what firefighters are and what they do if a house catches on fire.
- They will then put on turnout gear, one piece at a time and explain each item and reinforce that even underneath all the gear, they’re still the same person.
- They will let children hear what they will sound like if they are looking for them in a burning home.
- They will then allow children to touch helmet or gloves, if they would like.
**Activity also appropriate for preschool.