Some New York City firefighters hosted a special carnival for children who they call “the bravest.” The kids are battling childhood diseases and the FDNY members in attendance also honored two of their fallen brothers Tuesday. Games and teddy bears, laughter and smiling faces filled the atrium at Cohen Children’s Medical Center in New Hyde Park. The young hospital patients were the guests of honor at the “Lil’ Bravest” mini carnival. “It’s really fun for me and it’s better than laying on my bed and resting,” Brianna Espinel told CBS2’s Elise Finch. The event was hosted by firefighters from Engine 84 and Ladder 34 in Washington Heights. They created the carnival to recognize the courage of these brave little boys and girls who are battling life threatening diseases. “We’re just trying to do something for them to brighten their day and take their mind off of what they’re going through,” Capt. Jim Coakley of FDNY Ladder 34 said.