The Fire Cat Author:Esther Averill Pickles is a young cat with big paws and big plans. But all he can find to do is chase other cats, until he is adopted by the local firehouse. — Knowing that this is his chance to do big things, Pickles works hard to be a good fire cat. He learns to jump on a fire truck. He learns to help put out a fire, and he even helps out in a rescue! — Beginn... more »ing readers will cheer when Pickles' dream finally comes true.« less