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Handling Emergencies

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lgcb9iT1AIk

Whether you’re preparing for the unexpected or recovering from it, your reassurance and comfort hold great power to soothe children even on the scariest, toughest days.

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Discover printables, videos, and more on topics to help the families you work with.

A Hurricane Comes to Sesame Street

Here For Each Other

Support After a Hurricane

Self-Care: During & After a Crisis

Offering Comfort in Stressful Times

I Know Our Address & Phone Number

Make a Family Emergency Plan

Talking to Children About Emergencies

Preparing for Emergencies in a Childcare Setting

Five Things a Family Emergency Plan Should Have

Emergency Preparation for Childcare Providers

Let’s Pack an Emergency Kit

Five Easy Ways to Get Emergency-Ready

How Helpers Keep Us Safe

Family Emergency Kit

Knowing First & Last Names

Furry Fuzzy Hugs

Emergency Helpers

Planning Together

Just Remember

“When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.'”

Fred Rogers

Other Resources to Explore

App

Let’s Get Ready App

Through simple activities and games, families can plan ahead and stay safe in case the unexpected happens.

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