Rollo's Philosophy [Fire]

"Rollo's Philosophy [Fire]" by Jacob Abbott is a part of a series of books, that uses the character Rollo to teach children about science and philosophy. The story begins with Rollo watching fireflies while waiting for Jonas, which gets him wondering about fire. This curiosity leads him to talk with his father and Jonas where he begins to learn about what makes a fire burn. Through these conversations, like one about how covering coals can make them burn slowly and how to make charcoal, Rollo and those reading along start to understand the science behind fire. The book shows Rollo's eagerness to understand the world, setting up an educational and enjoyable journey into the science of fire.