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.
Here for Each Other Family Guide: Fires
Self-Care: During & After a Crisis
When we care for ourselves, we’re better able comfort and protect children.
Wildfires: Color & Learn
An activity book that explores strategies to prevent, prepare for, and protect from wildfire—for children and grown-ups alike.
Offering Comfort in Scary Times
Ways to comfort children through scary times.
Wildfire Safety: Prevent, Prepare, Protect
A webinar with wildfire expert Teresa Neal from the U.S. Fire Administration about involving children in wildfire preparedness.
