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Disaster Preparedness

Disaster Preparedness

There's no telling when a natural disaster might strike. Do you have the necessities to keep your family safe in the event of being without power or water for an extended period? Get the facts on how to prepare for any natural disaster from a hurricane to an earthquake.

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Staying Safe in Emergencies: Planning Ahead for Families

Since the September 11th attacks in 2001, our nation's sense of security has been shaken, highlighting the importance ...

Source: NYU Child Study Center
Disaster Information: Resources

Hurricane Strike Hurricane Science and Safety For Students A+ Learning Galleries 'A+ Learning Galleries' is ...

Source: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Emergency Preparedness for the Family

Emergencies can make anyone feel insecure. One of the best ways to help children feel safe in an emergency situation is ...

Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Build a Family Emergency Supplies Kit

Help your children understand the importance of being prepared in case of an emergency by having them take part in ...

Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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Contemplating Columbine: Are Schools Safer Now?

Source: Education.com
Social Fears at College

Source: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Talking to Kids About World Natural Disasters

Source: NYU Child Study Center
Tips for Talking to Children and Youth After Traumatic Events: A Guide for Parents and Educators

Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
How to Talk to Teens About Traumatic Events

Source: State: Rhode Island Department of Education
Helping Young Children After a Disaster

Source: National Association for the Education of Young Children
Talking About the News: Helping Children Cope With Current Events

Source: State: Minnesota Department of Education
What Firefighters Want You to Know About Fire Prevention

Source: Education.com
After a Disaster: How to Help Child Victims

Source: Federal Emergency Management Agency
In the Wake of Trauma: Tips for College Students

Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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