FireSmart BC Library Program

What is it? A literacy program to help children understand wildfires in British Columbia and how they can help create more resilient communities.

Why is it important?
  • Wildfires are common in BC
  • Many families are affected
  • Children need to learn about wildfires
What does the program offer?
  • Resources to talk about wildfires
  • Information on wildfire preparedness
  • Books explaining how wildfires happen
  • Stories about community recovery after wildfires
  • Activities to explore feelings about wildfires
Goals:
  • Increase children's knowledge about wildfires
  • Help youth understand wildfire recovery
  • Provide a safe way to explore emotions
  • Build resilience in children
  *If you are a librarian interested in accessing the FireSmart BC Library Program, contact your FireSmart Coordinator.

Library Program Information Sheet

Wildfire Resiliency Readers’ Kit Catalogue

BC Public Library Contact Information

Ordering books

Books can be ordered in a bundle from the United Library Services or Tinlids.