HOW TO PREPARE YOUR KIDS

At Ready.gov you can find great information on how to prepare your children for a disaster. Below is some of the basic information to get you started, but we encourage you to visit https://www.ready.gov/kids.
Get Your Kids On Your Team!
Preparing for emergencies shouldn't fall on your shoulders alone. Young children and teens alike need to be part of the process — for their own safety and sense of empowerment.
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Work together to build an emergency kit.
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Sit down as a family to talk about your communications plan.
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Role-play what you would do during a disaster.
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Hold fire drills in your house.
Emergency Supplies List for Kids (PDF)
Interactive Learning Games and Materials for Kids
I Am Ready Activity Book
Materials for Educators and Schools
Resources for Educators: 1st - 12th Grade