Fire Safety Themed Speech Therapy Activities
Fire safety speech therapy activity ideas!
October is Fire Prevention Month. Fire safety is a practical and engaging theme for speech therapy sessions, combining functional knowledge with language development. You can incorporate many speech-language goals while teaching essential life skills.
Fire Safety Themed Speech Therapy Targets
- Fire saftey vocabulary – Work on vocabulary, such as: Firefighter, firetruck, ladder, hose, fire hydrant, smoke alarm, flame, fire extinguisher, exit, emergency, safety, escape, smoke, heat. Compare two fire safety-related objects. For example, “How is a smoke alarm different from a fire extinguisher?”
- Describing Objects – Use fire safety items (real or pictures) like fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, hoses, and helmets, and ask the client to describe their characteristics, such as color, size, and function.
- Categorization – Work on categorization by grouping words into categories such as “fire safety equipment,” “emergency situations,” and “people who help.”
- Basic concepts – Hot, cold, safe, dangerous, big, small, loud, quiet, fast, slow. Use descriptive words to talk about fire safety, such as “The fire is hot,” “The siren is loud,” or “The firetruck is big.”
- Prepositions – Work on spatial concepts! Practice prepositions by describing where the firefighter is in relation to objects, such as: “The firefighter is next to the firetruck” or “The fire extinguisher is under the sink.”
- Wh-questions – Use fire-themed wh-questions to practice comprehension and expression skills.
- Following Directions – Give directions involving fire-themed words or objects. Give multi-step directions related to fire safety (e.g., “First, color the smoke detector red, then circle the fire hydrant.”)
- Sequencing – Use fire safety scenarios to work on sequencing. For example, “What do you do if you see a fire? First, call 911, then leave the building, and finally, wait for help.”
- Articulation practice – Focus on specific sounds (e.g., /f/, /s/, /l/) by having children pronounce words like “fire,” “flame,” “smoke,” “safety,” and “ladder.” Create word lists with space-related terms that target specific phonemes the child is working on.
- Segmenting and Blending – Practice phonological awareness with segmenting and blending words. Break down space words into individual sounds and have the child blend them together (e.g., a-l-a-r-m = alarm).
Fire Safety Themed Wh Questions
Who helps put out fires?
Who should you tell if you see smoke or fire?
Who should you call in case of a fire?
What do firefighters use to put out fires?
What do you do if your clothes catch on fire?
What should you do if you hear a smoke alarm?
What number do you call in case of a fire emergency?
What should you never play with because it can cause a fire?
When do you call 911?
When should you crawl low to the ground during a fire?
When do you use a fire extinguisher?
Where do you go if there’s a fire in your house?
Where do firefighters work?
Where should you check for fire exits when you’re in a public place?
Where should you never hide during a fire?
Why do we have smoke alarms?
Why do firefighters wear special protective clothing?
Why should you never go back into a burning building
Why should you stay low to the ground if there is smoke in the room?
How do you stop, drop, and roll if your clothes catch on fire?
How can you help prevent a fire at home?
How does a smoke alarm help protect you?
Fire Safety Books
- “Clifford the Firehouse Dog” by Norman Bridwell
Clifford helps the local fire department when there is an emergency. The book introduces children to fire trucks, firefighting, and the importance of staying calm. (Ages 3-6) - “Firefighter Pete” by James Dean
Pete the Cat visits a firehouse and learns all about being a firefighter, as well as fire safety. (Ages 3-6) - “The Berenstain Bears Visit the Firehouse” by Mike Berenstain
Brother and Sister Bear visit the firehouse and learn about fire safety. They get to see the fire trucks and equipment and even help in a pretend fire rescue. (Ages 3-7) - “Sparky the Fire Dog” by Don Hoffman
Learn about fire prevention and safety as Sparky helps rescue people and prevent fires in his community. (Ages 3-7) - “Big Frank’s Fire Truck” by Leslie McGuire
Learn about different firefighting equipment, how fires are fought, and the importance of safety. (Ages 3-7) - “No Dragons for Tea: Fire Safety for Kids (and Dragons)” by Jean E. Pendziwol
The story of a little girl and her dragon friend who accidentally start a fire. Kids learn about fire safety rules, like not hiding, staying low, and going outside. (Ages 4-7) - “Miss Mingo and the Fire Drill” by Jamie Harper
A classroom of animals learn about fire drills and safety procedures. Each animal reacts differently to the fire drill, and through the story, children learn how to stay safe during a fire drill or emergency. (Ages 4-8) - “Fireboy to the Rescue: A Fire Safety Book” by Edward Miller
The book discusses what to do if there’s a fire, how to safely evacuate a building, and the importance of smoke alarms. (Ages 4-8) - “Stop Drop and Roll (Fire Safety)” by Charles Ghinga
The book uses rhyming text and focuses on the “stop, drop, and roll” method. (Ages 4-8)
Fire Safety Apps
- Sparky’s Firehouse – Teach young children basic fire safety skills through games, puzzles, and interactive stories featuring Sparky the Fire Dog. (Ages 4-7) FREE
- Baby Panda’s Fire Safety – Children can participate in various mini-games where they learn fire safety rules. They are also taught to recognize fire hazards, use fire safety tools, and practice emergency response techniques. (Ages 3-6) FREE
- Tiny Firefighters – The app includes two main scenarios: one focused on firefighting and the other on police rescue operations. Each scenario has interactive elements that allow children to participate in the action. In the firefighter scene, kids can help put out fires, rescue animals, and help people in emergency situations, learning the basics of firefighting and safety. I love this app since it can be used to elicit many language and articulation targets! (Ages 3-6) $4.99
Fire Safety Interactive Book
Fire Safety Interactive Book — This fire safety speech therapy interactive book was designed to cater to a broad spectrum of language skills, making it a versatile tool for your diverse caseload. Easily integrate language learning with daily life skills. Whether you’re targeting vocabulary development, understanding fire safety, or practicing following directions, this book has it all.
Fire Safety Clipart
Firehouse and Firefighter Clipart — This clipart is perfect for those who need firehouse and firefighter images to create personalized materials for your students! It includes various images, such as a firetruck, an ambulance, and more. This clipart is perfect for functional life skills, safety, social stories, vocabulary, and basic concepts.
Do you have any fun fire safety themed activities you use in speech therapy? Comment below!
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