National Preparedness Month Teacher Plan
Established in 2004, September is National Preparedness Month. The US observance reminds families to plan for emergencies. Resources included help students assist their families' preparedness in case of an emergency.
Students of all ages will be better equipped to handle emergencies and disasters. Students will be encouraged to work with their families in order to be prepared in the event of a disaster or emergency.
Students read the following Disaster Hero Stories and consider the discussion questions and activities.
Tad Agoglia is founder of the First Response Team of America.
Welles, Crowther, known as The Man in the Red Bandanna, saved 18 people in the 9/11 Twin Towers attack.
1. Do you know anyone who has helped others during or after a disaster? Share their story with MY HERO.
2. Have you or someone you know ever experienced a disaster? Share that story with MY HERO.
Learning Outcome
Students of all ages will be better equipped to handle emergencies and disasters. Students will be encouraged to work with their families in order to be prepared in the event of a disaster or emergency.
It is important for students to talk with their families about what to do in the event of disaster. Included below are resources to help teach students to be prepared. The national public awareness campaign Ready.gov works to educate Americans on preparing for and responding to natural and man-made disasters. This website is a great disaster preparedness resource for those in any country to use at school and home.
Teachers: Here is curriculum appropriate for all grade levels, available from Ready.gov.
Disaster Preparedness for Grades 1-12
First Step: Be Informed
Second Step: Create a Family Evacuation Plan
During disasters, cell phone reception may not be reliable. Students should talk with their families and create a family communication plan. The forms below will help students create the plan.
Third Step: Build an Emergency Preparedness Kit
Video From FEMA for Kids
Disaster Preparedness Games-Elementary and Middle School Students
Get ready for some serious adventure. Step into the heart of the action as you help the heroes face everything from home fires to earthquakes. What should they do?
You're on a mission. Go though different locations with Gayle and her friends to find what you need for an emergency kit. Will you pick the correct items? Have fun and build a checklist along the way.
Great Resources for Elementary-Age Students
This activity book is designed to teach young children and their families about how to stay safe during disasters and emergencies.
From the Red Cross: "Download the cobranded Red Cross and Disney Mickey and Friends Disaster Preparedness Activity Book, which teaches youth how to be prepared and stay safe during disasters."
Recommended Books About Extreme Weather
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The National Preparedness Month lesson plan was created by MY HERO Teacher and Learning Circle Director Laura Nietzer. |
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Organizer created on 7/30/2019 3:04:51 PM by Laura Nietzer
Last edited 9/1/2023 8:37:04 AM by Laura Nietzer
