Blizzards
Snowstorms can feel big, but there’s so much you can do together to stay warm, safe, and calm.
Stay warm, cozy, and safe when snow keeps everyone indoors and the power flickers.
Bert and Ernie’s Blizzard Safety Strategies
Blizzards can be a fun and special time for the whole family… especially when everyone knows how to stay safe.
Grover Learns How to Stay Safe in a Blackout
Grover (and his handy friend Flashlight!) talk about how to prepare for a blackout.
Comfy-Cozy Blanket
A simple blanket can become a great tool to help children feel safe, soothed, and loved.
Let’s Get Ready: Power Safety
Keep the whole family safe around electricity.
Build a simple family plan, pack an emergency kit, and practice together so everyone knows just what to do.
Emergency Preparedness Basics
Elmo and Louie take some time to get prepared as a family.
Make a Family Emergency Plan
From disaster preparedness checklists to weather disaster basics for kids, you can help your family be prepared for any emergency.
Five Things a Family Emergency Plan Should Have
Consider five ways to prepare for the unexpected.
Let’s Pack an Emergency Kit
Families that prepare together, stay safe together!
I Know Our Address & Phone Number
Help kids practice saying their address and phone number.
Emergency Preparation for Childcare Providers
Prepare for emergencies in a childcare setting.
Find ways to feel connected and cared for, for children and grown ups alike.
Here for Each Other: Blizzards
Help little ones feel safe and calm at home during severe winter weather.
Here For Each Other
You can use children’s questions as a springboard for conversation and comfort.
You’re Doing Amazing
A message from Sesame Street for caregivers recovering from an emergency.
Belly Breathing
Try teaching kids this three-step strategy to teach problem-solving, self-control, planning, and persistence. It works for grown-ups, too!
Give Yourself a Hug
Hugs help. Hugs heal. Safe, nurturing touch is key to kids’ healthy development, but they don’t always need another person to help them feel the benefits of hugs!
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Estrategias de seguridad de Bert y Ernie ante tormentas de nieve
Las ventiscas pueden significar momentos divertidos y especiales para toda la familia, especialmente cuando todos saben cómo mantenerse sanos y salvos.
Grover aprende a protegerse durante un apagón
Grover y su amigo Linterna hablan sobre cómo estar preparados para un apagón.
Explore related topics for more ways to help your family feel prepared and supported.
Emotional Well-Being
Children who are healthy in mind, body, and heart can thrive in every way. Mental health IS health!
Building Resilience in Children and Families
Give children tools and coping skills to overcome both little and big challenges to help them learn and grow.
Calming Strategies
Little ones need lots of help from caring adults to grow and thrive. We offer calming strategies on comforting and providing nurturing touch, all of which are required for healthy brain development!
