Teaching Wildfire Safety
Learn some simple age-appropriate answers to questions children might have about wildfire.
Talking with children about wildfires might bring up big feelings or questions. Giving honest, simple, and age-appropriate answers to questions like “What is a wildfire?” or “How can we stay safe?” can go a long way in easing their worry. Follow your child’s lead; usually their questions will let you know how much they are ready to hear.
If you are currently experiencing a wildfire near your home, you might take some extra care with your explanations. Make time to check-in with how your child is feeling and offer lots of reassurance. Check out this Family Guide for more ways to provide comfort during or after a wildfire.
For more resources on fire and wildfire safety visit the U.S. Fire Administration’s website.
Here for Each Other Family Guide: Wildfires
This family guide has tips and activities that offer comfort and reassurance before, during, or after a wildfire.
Safe & Together
When families have to leave home in order to stay safe, it helps to remember that home is where the love is.
Crayon Power
Coloring together can soothe both children and grown-ups.
Comfy-Cozy Blanket
A simple blanket can become a great tool to help children feel safe, soothed, and loved.
Wildfires: Color & Learn
An activity book that explores strategies to prevent, prepare for, and protect from wildfire—for children and grown-ups alike.
Wildfire Safety: Prevent, Prepare, Protect
A webinar with wildfire expert Teresa Neal from the U.S. Fire Administration about involving children in wildfire preparedness.
