Forty-five states and territories in the USA are at moderate to very high risk of earthquakes. The discussion-based lesson covers what to do before, during, and after an earthquake. The 14th lesson in the series includes how to prepare a three-day survival kit, safe places to go during an earthquake, and safe places to go after an earthquake to prepare for the chance of aftershocks.

Concepts

earthquakes, emergency kits, emergencies, emergency drills

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Invite someone from FEMA, the Red Cross, or another emergency preparedness agency to speak to your class
• Bring in a complete emergency kit to show the layers and proper packing method

Classroom Considerations

• Be mindful of any students with anxiety as you talk about preparedness and natural disasters

Pros

• Includes handouts for students to share with their families
• Uses a 5E format, which provides continuity throughout the series

Cons

• None