This resource outlines the emergency procedures that have been developed in case of a federal nuclear emergency.

Find out how to treat many kinds of medical emergencies, such as bleeding and bruising, burns and scalds, poisoning and allergic reactions, scene of emergency, respiratory problems, and bone, joint and muscle problems.

Home page of a professional organization of Physicians working in emergency medical settings. Site includes a great deal of information about emergency medicine, including the education of EMT-Paramedics.

What are burns, and how do they affect skin? This website provides brief definitions of "first degree," "second-degree," and "third-degree" burns, and includes first-aid and emergency procedures in case you or someone else gets a burn.

Explore the impact of communication system failures on victims of the 2005 Hurricane Katrina disaster. Evaluate how governmental agencies in the U.S. help citizens in times of crisis and how this storm impacted their procedures.

Going to a beach or a pool can make for a great time if one is conscious of potential hazards that are associated with these locations. This site covers important considerations necessary for an enjoyable yet safe experience.

Lesson where students explore the emergence of the American system of democracy and political parties between 1820 and 1850. Using paintings by George Caleb Bingham and Richard Caton Woodville, and a political cartoon depicting the...

This lesson introduces students to the concept of reading through common items from the community. Through examining these items (environmental print), students will practice their reading skills and begin to see themselves as competent...

How can you help if someone is poisoned? Read the simple tips provided at this website, and learn what to do if a person inhales, swallows, or touches poison. Learn how to attend to the victim and how to communicate effectively when...