Just click it to select it in Adobe Fireworks CS5

Fireworks has a simple and powerful selection model. Click on something to select it, regardless of what layer it's on, even if it's grouped. There's no need to dig through your Layers panel to try and find a layer. Use the Pointer tool (V) to select an object or its group, the Select Behind tool (press V again) to click repeatedly and select the next object lower in the stacking order, and the Subselection tool (A) to select an object in a group. Wicked simple, and sure to save you time.