This material can be used to help children in school and home settings to prepare for natural and human-made disasters, respond safely to emergencies and recover from trauma.
For Parents and Educators
Facing Fear--Helping Young People Deal with Terrorism and Other Tragic Events: Facing Fear was developed to address a demand by educators and caregivers of children for materials to help children cope in uncertain times.
Helping Young Children Cope with Trauma: A guide for adults on how to help children deal with fears and anxieties in the wake of disaster.
Masters of Disaster: The American Red Cross, with generous support from the Allstate Foundation, has developed a curriculum that not only teaches students about disaster safety, but also helps teachers meet their required objectives.
Recommended Emergency Supplies for Schools: Drawn from lists created by the California Senate Select Committee on the Northridge Earthquake, Task Force on Education, August 1994.
Safety Watchers: These lessons provide resources for educators to conduct home fire safety lessons and activities for children of elementary school age.
Your Family Disaster Plan: Where will your family be when disater strikes? Follow the steps listed in this brochure to create your family's disaster plan.
For Children
FEMA for Kids: This site teaches you how to be prepared for disasters and how you can prevent disaster damage. (from the Federal Emergency Management Agency)
Sparky the Fire Dog: A fun way for children to learn about fire safety, courtesy of the National Fire Protection Association.
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