This worksheet, called 'Natural Disaster Worksheet: Earthquake Preparedness', was kindly provided and funded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the State of California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services and is aimed to improve population awareness and earthquake preparedness. This 9-page worksheet presents very valuable suggestions and recommendations that every childcare provider should know and follow in case of emergency and teach children to act accordingly.
The worksheet contains the following step-by-step instructions on how to be prepared for an earthquake:
What you can do BEFORE an earthquake:
- Prepare your house and its contents;
- Get children ready;
- Have frequent drills;
- Talk to parents;
- Prepare an emergency kit;
What you can do DURING an earthquake;
What you can do AFTER an earthquake.
The last page of the worksheet gives some information on children's reactions to earthquakes and can be used as a session wrap-up.
This worksheet is beneficial for children, their parents and teachers alike.