1. Fires

2. House Fires Every year about 83,000 children age 14 and younger in the U.S. are treated in hospital emergency rooms for burn injuries. www.ajkids.com/KidsFinalAn swer.asp

3. What causes house fires The two most frequent causes of fire in United States and Canadian homes have been cooking equipment & heating equipment. http://www.co.roanoke.va. us/firerescue/ffact1.htm

4. Forest Fires are Helpful Frequent fires promote the growth of herbs and grasses. http://parkscanada.pch.gc.ca/library/Fire/Fire_e.htm#past

5. The Danger of Forest Fires Fire destroys nature & families. Fire rarely traps large mammals, although it may kill some small animals. http://parkscanada.pch.gc.ca /library/Fire/Fire_e.htm#pas t

6. Fire safety Do not smoke in forests. A glowing ember from a campfire, a spark from machinery, even lightning, can cause dead leaves and branches to start burning. Forest fires can start easily – but they can't easily be put out. http://www.smokeybear.com/for_ma in.html

7. About the Author Hi! My name is Mikael. When I grow up I want to be a gymnast. I have one brother named Torrie & one sister named Anna. I like hockey. My brother plays on the Nanaimo Clippers triple a team.