Books in To the Rescue! series

Cowboy the Jersey steer had to leave his first home because he was too big, and now he can’t seem to make friends at Second Chance Ranch because his size scares the other animals. Sad and lonely, Cowboy slinks into his barn stall wishing he could make himself smaller when he’s surprised by the friendly voice of a wise, potbellied pig named Bentley. The next day, encouraged by the kind words of his new friend, Cowboy tries to introduce himself to the rest of the farm family, but his horns keep getting in the way. Will the big steer ever win the others over? Inspired by real animals, another delightful gem in the Second Chance Ranch series of rescued pet stories by Diane Odegard Gockel,Cowboy and a Pig That’s Not Too Big teaches kids the importance of valuing themselves and being a good friend.

Fire trucks are fast, loud, and big rescue machines. These vehicles rush to the scene of a fire, bringing firefighters along to help put out a blaze and help rescue people in their time of need. But there are many different kinds of fire trucks. From the ladder trucks firefighters use to reach high floors on buildings to the fire engines used to toss lots of water on a blaze, each fire truck is unique. Beginning readers will love exploring these important vehicles and learning how they help people when fire strikes.

Pat and the Gabby Goats is a delightful tale about three rescued goats that learn a valuable lesson on the importance of leadership. Rescued as a baby goat, Pat now enjoys seniority status on Second Chance Ranch. But while the other goats pay attention to his directions and enjoy following him around, the youngest new arrivals, Huck and Logan, think he’s too old to be fun—and decide they know what’s best for themselves. When the young twins get lost in a storm, however, they wish they’d spent less time gabbing and more time listening! Like the other books in the Rescue series, this story is based on a real-life animal, whose photograph is included. Written from the old goat’s perspective, it teaches kids to have empathy for animals…and that listening to trusted elders can save you from tricky situations. Fun, insightful, and beautifully illustrated, you won’t want to miss yet another great story from pet rescuer Diane Odegard Gockel.

When trouble strikes on the water, rescue boats are there to help. These aquatic vehicles have special tools to help those in need. Whether someones lost on the water or a boat is having engine trouble, these quick rescue vehicles can get the job done. This book for beginning readers explores the boats police, fire, and other emergency departments use when people are most in need. Whether inflatable rafts or specialty rescue boats for specific purposes, these amazing watercraft are out there waiting to help lend a helping hand.

Police cars are a common sight in cities, but not many people know just how they work. From their supercharged engines to their special equipment for chasing down vehicles, police cars are full of unique features. From patrol cars policing the streets to vehicles used on highways to chase down speeding drivers, beginning readers learn that there are many different makes and models of these important vehicles.

Kids cant help but look and be amazed as a fire engine comes blaring down the street. There are several different types of fire trucks, each suited for different tasks. Kids will learn about the ladder truck, the pumper engine, and more. They will also learn about the equipment in the trucks that helps firefighters do their jobs to protect lives and property.