Children's Books
For years, Dan wanted to write children's books and connect them to important life lessons through reading while also considering firefighting as a career. Dan was hit with his inspiration on how he would use his desire to write books as an author and how to help others in different ways. This is when he decided to stop wanting to write books and started writing books. Dan started with vision to utilize books to help with causes that were personal to him, his friends or the fire service. Dan currently has 4 children's books available to purchase. All links are available under each book description below.
Charlie Visits the Fire Academy
Charlie dreams of being a firefighter. His dad encourages him and sets up a visit to go see the Fire Academy. Charlie sees first hand what new firefighters get to do to be a firefighter. Charlie experiences an awesome day at the Fire Academy and shares his story through the eyes of a child.
Covered with Love
COVERED WITH LOVE is a true story about a family living with a rare disease. Kennedy and Lincoln, a brother and sister duo, were diagnosed with Hurler Syndrome. Kennedy shares her unique story full of universal themes.
What Kind of Firefighter do you Want To Be?
More important than which firefighter do you want to be, is What Kind of Firefighter Do You Want To Be. The characteristics, values and love that you show through your daily actions in all that you do are the most important. Our responsibility as a community is to teach our children values. This is the Kind of Person you should always strive to be. Believe in yourself. Be positive. Speak kindly to everyone. Show grace and understanding. Show courage by doing the right thing. Help others. Include everyone. Don't be a bully. Speak up when other's are bullied. Doing the right thing is always the right thing to do. Kindness matters and love will always win.
The Strength Behind The Bravest: Chaplains in the Fire Service
Firefighters are among the bravest and most courageous. They run into burning buildings, save lives and are always helping others even when they may be risking their own lives. Most people that are brave get their strength from different sources. - Physical strength comes from exercise. - Mental strength comes from talking through your feelings and emotions with others. - Spiritual strength comes from many places like reading the Bible and learning from those that have studied the Bible in detail so they can help you. The Fire Department Chaplain has an enormous job helping firefighters during sad and tough times. A Fire Chaplain is always on duty and ready to help when the fire department needs them. A firefighter's life can be stressful based on how they are able to help others and save lives. In this book, you will learn that Chaplains are a source of strength for a Fire Department. A Chaplain is a critical piece to helping the Fire Department and Firefighters stay mentally and spiritually strong.