It's Fire Season

It's Fire Season by Doug Scarponi is an educational picture book for children ages 4-7 that introduces wildfire awareness, fire safety, and community preparedness in an honest and accessible way.Set in Southern Oregon, the book explains fire season, the work of wildland firefighters, and how natural elements such as wind and lightning influence wildfires. Young readers are also gently introduced to smoke, evacuations, and safety measures, helping them better understand real experiences many communities face.Written with care and clarity, It's Fire Season supports early learning, environmental awareness, and conversations between children and grown-ups about preparedness, responsibility, and respect for nature. Suitable for library collections, classrooms, and family reading.