If you have to evacuate while Im at work, just take Thunder the Great". Those were Mums instructions the day before flames roared into Fort McMurray. On 3 May 2016, Mamma and Thunder the Great -- a gerbil belonging to her son Jackson -- were forced to flee their home. In a frightening rescue attempt, Mamma faces wildfire, traffic gridlock, an empty gas tank, and other challenges all to get Thunder and herself to safety for the sake of her son.

 

This book has been graded for interest at 6-8 years.

There are 36 pages in this book. This book was published 2016 by Boulder Publications .

Irene Morck lives on a farm with her husband. She is the author of several books for children. Georgia Graham has loved drawing since she was a child. She lives on a small cattle farm with her husband and children. She has illustrated several children's books. Leanne Shirtliffe is the author ofThe Change Your NameStore, No More Beige Food, andDont Lick the Minivan. When shes not writing, she can be found teaching high school or trying to convince her husband that they need a pet. Her children are on her side. She lives in Calgary and is proud to call Alberta home.