Fieldtrip to the fire station!

Recently we took our 小朋友 (this literally translates to 'little friends' but it's used to mean students) to the fire station.  I wasn't sure what to expect but it was nicely organized, the fire station was clean, the firemen enjoyed their little visitors, and the kids mostly enjoyed it too. 

We had to walk them from school to the fire station. It was about a 20 minute walk, crossing a few busy intersections. They held hands with their partner of the opposite sex, followed the flag, and we made it without even one kid or teacher being hit by a car or motorbike.

The firemen and fire engines were waiting outside for us when we arrived.  First we watched them put on their uniforms.

Then the kids put on the uniforms.

After that there was a tour of all the fire engines.

The highlight seemed to be in the bedroom.  The kids loved to watch the fireman make and unmake his bed.

Finally, we taught the kids English words about the fire station.  We played a couple games and then had a short fire safety lesson from the firemen.

It was a fun day.  I might have liked it more than the kids.  I asked them on the way back if they liked it and most said no.  Liars!  I know they had fun.