As part of our theme, community helpers, the Kitten class had an opportunity to visit Yokohama Central Ward's fire Station.
It was a really fun and engaging experience for them. When we arrived, the children were delighted to see the firemen who welcomed us in front of a big fire truck and an ambulance. One of them explained about hoses and the tools they use at work. The children were surprised to see the hidden racks of tools on the side of the truck.
They cheered as the teachers used the fire hydrants which were filled with water for the demonstration. Then each of them got the chance to sit on driver's seat of the fire truck.
After that, the firefighters showed a demonstration of going down from a 9-meter wall while wearing a mask and an oxygen tank. The children couldn't help but say that they are very cool. It was an awesome morning at the fire station.