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Kids and Parents

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​​​Children base their reactions in part on what they see from the adults around them. When parents and caregivers deal with a disaster calmly and confidently, they can provide the best support for their children. The better prepared parents are, the more reassuring they are to others around them, especially children.

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Fun Games for Kids

These games will test your know-how in a wide range of emergencies and teach you how to build the emergency kit.

Helping Children Cope with Disaster - Red Cross

This booklet offers parents, caregivers, and other adults suggestions on how to help children cope with the effects of disaster, as well as how to be prepared before a disaster strikes.

National Weather Service Education for Kids

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