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Our Newest Publication: "Fire Toolbox"

In this monograph for middle and high school students, read about a research study on the effects of thinning and prescribed fire on wildfire severity.

  • 1 Article
  • Meet 3 Scientists
  • For middle and high school students
  • Includes activities, critical thinking questions, and a glossary
  • Features a spotlight on Smokey Bear
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The cover of Fire Toolbox featuring a firefighter managing a fire break.

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Meet Smokey Bear’s Team – Vol. 1 No. 12

A Flame Changer monograph cover

A Flame Changer – Vol. 1 No. 25

Front cover of the monograph

Knock on Wood – Vol. 1 No. 21

Natural Inquirer Fire Collector Cards

Forest Service Fire Career Cards

Cover for the Natural Inquirer 'Where's There's Smoke' monograph. The cover consists of a photograph of a wildfire, and another circular photo of firefighters wearing their gear standing in front of a large raging fire.

Where There’s Smoke, There’s Fire (Time Warp Monograph Series) – Vol. 1 No. 14

Dr. Ford wearing a bucket hat in a desert

Meet Dr. Ford! – Vol. 1 No. 6

Fire Scientist Coloring Book cover

Advanced Fire Scientist Coloring Book

Bee A Fire Scientist Coloring Book Cover Page

Bee A Fire Scientist Coloring Book

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