The Fire Truck
Dianne Gemmell
Paperback
(Word Alive Press, Jan. 1, 2016)
Winner of a 2017 Illumination Book Awardsโ Silver Enduring Light medal, The Fire Truck captures the innocence and determination of a little boy who cannot let go of a loved toy. When Christopher retrieves his fire truck from the garbage, he embarks on an adventure to fix it. Though this activity is fun and creative, Christopher needs the talents of his friends to achieve his goal. He learns to accept his shortcomings and appreciate the talents of others. The Fire Truck is a playful book that will nourish the minds of children and provide them with lasting values. The author hopes to teach children more about their faith through studying daily events. About the Author: Reading meaningful books and telling stories to her students was always a passion for Dianne Gemmell. Now that she is retired, her passion flourishes through creative writing. Dianne Gemmell is a certified teacher who specialized in primary education. While teaching, she was an active member of AREF, an organization for faith education.