Fire Play and Fire Setting

Almost all children show an interest in fire; however, sometimes this interest leads to playing with fire or even fire setting. This class covers fire play and fire setting and the differences between the two behaviors, as well as the levels of concern parents should have about repeat and future fire play or fire setting. Also provided are general steps caregivers should take if their child demonstrates fire play or fire-setting behavior.

At the end of this course, you will be able to:

• define the terms "fire play" and "fire setting"
• identify the differences between fire play and fire setting
• determine what level of concern to have about future fire play or fire setting
• list the caseworker's recommendations for parents who report fire behavior

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