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Miss Prepared & Captain Ready

Embark on a Journey of Courage and Safety!

 

"Miss Prepared and Captain Ready: Adventures in Safetyland" is a fun story about two heroes who keep Safetyland safe. With their big hearts and smart ideas, they teach everyone how to stay safe, especially

when there's a fire scare. Through colorful pictures and exciting adventures, kids learn important things

like what to do if there's a fire and how to be a Safetyland Hero. With Miss Prepared and Captain Ready

by their side, children can feel confident and brave in any situation. So join the adventure and become a Safetyland Hero too!

Purchase Miss Prepared

Home Fires are the deadliest and most common disasters across America. In the average home fire, you have just 2 minutes to safely escape so teaching children life saving skills in times of fire is crucial. "Miss Prepared & Captain Ready" is currently for sale in the Lulu Bookstore, grab a copy for Fire Prevention Month this October! Scroll down to learn more about the Author and Illustrator, get our free lesson plan or request a free copy for your organization. 

Get a Free Copy

Work for a title 1 school, library, fire department, company or organization that could benefit from a free copy of "Miss Prepared and Captain Ready"? As we receive funding, we will go through the form below and gift free copies to benefit children nationwide. Please fill out the form below to request a copy and contact us with any questions. 

FREE MISS PREPARED + CAPTAIN READY LESSON PLAN

Enhance your child's fire safety education with our free lesson plan designed to complement our book "Miss Prepared and Captain Ready: Adventures in Safetyland."

 

This engaging and informative lesson plan is perfect for educators, parents, and caregivers looking to teach children essential fire safety skills. Through interactive activities, discussions, and the beloved characters from the book, kids will learn vital lessons to keep themselves and their families safe from fire hazards. Download it today and empower your children with the knowledge they need to stay safe!

About the Author

Mimi Hymel

With a heart fueled by resilience and a passion for both

storytelling and making a positive impact, Mimi Hymel brings

a unique blend of experiences to the world of children's

literature. A graduate of the nationally renowned Walter

Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at

Arizona State University, Mimi has always been drawn to the

power of words and their ability to influence change.

 

Fueled by her experience as a Hurricane Katrina survivor,

she founded the nonprofit, Comfort Bears in a Catastrophe, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that offers comfort to kids impacted by disasters. To date, her nonprofit has gifted thousands of Comfort Bears to kids in all 50 states. This book is a continuation of her efforts to ensure children are not just resilient, but prepared in times of disaster. The skills kids will learn in this book can save lives.

Embark on this literary adventure knowing that Mimi's story is one of transformation, empathy, and the unshakable drive to make the world a better place—one word, one page, and one reader at a time.

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About the Illustrator

Isabel Ticlo

Meet the talented artist behind the vibrant and captivating

illustrations that grace the pages of "Miss Prepared and

Captain Ready": Isabel, a remarkable individual who

seamlessly combines creativity and purpose in her work.

 

Isabel's journey as an illustrator is as unique as her art itself.

As the former Miss Arizona 2018, she has already made her

mark as an advocate for positive change and empowerment.

In "Miss Prepared and Captain Ready," Isabel's illustrations

breathe life into the characters, ensuring that every visual element carries a sense of whimsy, education, and empowerment.

As you journey through "Miss Prepared and Captain Ready," take a moment to appreciate the magic that Isabel's illustrations bring to the narrative. Her skillful artistry serves as a reminder that creativity knows no bounds, and through it, messages of preparedness, resilience, and empowerment can touch hearts and minds in a profound way.

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