Students
We know a great deal about earthquakes, but getting the public aware and engaged can be difficult. Teaching the dangers and providing mitigation and preparedness options to all demographics of the public is important to ensure life safety during an earthquake.
There are numerous lesson plans for educators and parents to teach students/children about earthquakes and there effects.
- Putting Down Roots in Earthquake Country—Your Handbook for Earthquakes in the Central United States
- The Adventures of Terry the Turtle and Gracie the Wonder Dog, Grades 3-6 (FEMA 531)
- Drop, Cover, and Hold Poster (FEMA 529)
- Seismic Sleuths: Earthquakes – A Teacher’s Package for Grades 7 through 12 (FEMA 253)
- Tremor Troop: Earthquakes – A Teacher’s Packet for K through 6 (FEMA 159)
- Earthquake Preparedness for Childcare Providers (FEMA 240)
- Earthquake Home Hazard Hunt Poster (FEMA 528)
- Earthquake Safety Checklist (FEMA 526)
- California has its Faults
- Living in Earthquake Country–DLESE Teaching Box
- Earthquake Science Explained–A Series of Ten Short Articles for Students, Teachers, and Families
- Tsunami Awareness and Education Materials
- Earthquake Safety Activities for Children and Teachers (FEMA 527)
- How Does the Ground Shake?