Resource Links for Children
Preparing children for emergencies can help them avoid
unnecessary confusion and panic and could help save their
lives or the lives of others. Depending on how old the child
is, you can teach him or her some general contingency
actions, such as how to call 9-1-1, the operator, or other
emergency telephone numbers to get help and, of course, how
to reach you. As soon as they're old enough, children should
memorize their address and phone number, as well as yours at
work. Help the child develop relationships with a trusted
teacher, neighbor, or friend's parent who can be available,
in case you can't be reached. Teach them that police and
firefighters are friends they count on for protection.
Depending on where you live, you can have a plan already in
place that you've practiced with the child in case there's a
fire, hurricane, tornado, or other type of disaster. Older
children can take courses through scouting, the 'Y,' or the
Red Cross in such things as first aid, water safety,
lifesaving, C-P-R, and other types of emergency
preparedness. You can also teach children how to avoid
dangerous situations, and how to spot danger before they get
too involved.
Below is
a list of resource links that will teach children how to be
prepared for disasters and prevent disaster damage. They can
also learn what causes disasters, play games, read stories
and become a Disaster Action Kid and learn all about FEMA.
In addition for Parents and Teachers there are activities,
curriculum and safety information for your use both in the
classroom and at home.
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