Family Emergency Kit
Learn what goes into an emergency kit.
- After watching the video together, start building your own emergency kit. This can seem like a big job, but start by having kids help you find useful things that you already have. For example, you might have an extra water bottle (or an empty bottle or carton that can store water). If you don’t have a backpack to collect supplies, use grocery bags or anything that’s easy to carry.
- For the things you don’t have yet, try adding an item or two to your shopping list each week until your kit is finished. Some key items are: water, medications and first aid items, food that won’t go bad (such as canned or dry goods), flashlights, and extra batteries.
- Decide on a place to keep your emergency kit. It should be a place where everyone can find it quickly.
Adjusting to a New Normal
A message of care for those dealing with the long-term effects of an emergency.
You’re Doing Amazing
A message from Sesame Street for caregivers recovering from an emergency.
How to Keep Children Cool in a Heat Wave
Tips on keeping children safe when temperatures rise.
Ideas for Poor Air Quality Days
An article with tips on how to prepare for poor air quality days.
What to Do in an Earthquake for Children |Drop, Cover, Hold On
A safety poster to help children learn how to stay safe in an earthquake.
Here for Each Other: Family Guide
An interactive guide to help families recover from emergencies.
Earthquake Safety for Children
An article about steps your family can take to prepare for an earthquake.
