This collection of teaching materials will help teachers make pupils aware of the need to avoid and prevent situations which might result in fires and to master some simple life-saving techniques to protect themselves and others. The handbook contains information sheets, charts, pictures, diagrams, and suggestions for lessons and activities. Topic areas for lesson plans are organized according to student objectives, suggestions to teachers, and suggested activities. The guide includes the following: (1) the 67th Annual New York City Fire Prevention Campaign Contest guidelines; (2) list of available teaching aids; (3) fire safety project suggestions; (4) facts about fires; (5) the science of firefighting; (6) how to report fires; (7) responsible babysitting guidelines; (8) how to react to burning clothing and smoke conditions; (9) home hazards; (10) family fire drills; (11) escape routes from buildings; (12) school fire drills; (13) fire hydrants; (14) smoke detectors; (15) firefighting careers; (16) arson; (17) seasonal fire hazards; (18) a fire song; and (19) a junior fire chief's pledge certificate. (PS)