Earthquake Happens, What Should We Do? | Safety Tips for Kids | Kids Song | Nursery Rhymes

What You Will Learn

Today, you will learn how to stay safe during an earthquake by remembering to stay calm, hide under a table, and avoid windows. You will also discover how to be careful around hot things, like soup, by letting them cool down and using cold water if you get burned. Additionally, you will find out how to play safely by choosing good hiding spots and knowing what to do if you see smoke. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be a safety superstar, ready to handle any situation with bravery and care!

Let's Think

  1. What should you do if you feel the ground shaking?
  2. Why is it important to stay away from hot things?
  3. How can you play safely with your friends?

Lesson Article

Learning About Earthquakes and Safety

Hey there, little friend! Today, we’re going to learn about something called an earthquake. An earthquake is when the ground shakes, and it can be a bit scary, but don’t worry! We can learn how to stay safe together.

What to Do During an Earthquake

If you feel the ground shaking, here’s what you should do:

  • Stay Calm: Take a deep breath and try to stay calm.
  • Hide Under a Table: Find a table and crouch down under it. Hold onto the table legs to keep safe.
  • Avoid Windows and Shelves: Stay away from windows and shelves because things might fall.
  • Wait for the Shaking to Stop: Stay in your safe spot until the shaking stops.

After the Earthquake

Once the shaking stops, be careful of aftershocks, which are smaller shakes that can happen after the big one. Wait for help to come, and remember, you did a great job staying safe!

Being Careful with Hot Things

Now, let’s talk about being safe around hot things, like soup or water. Hot things can hurt if we’re not careful, so here’s what to do:

  • Be Careful: Always be careful around hot soup or water.
  • Cool It Down: Let hot soup cool down before eating.
  • Use Cold Water: If you touch something hot, use cold water to cool it down and tell a grown-up.

Playing Safely

Playing is so much fun, but we need to be safe while we play. Let’s learn how:

  • Hide and Seek: When playing hide and seek, choose safe places to hide. Avoid hiding behind doors or near sharp edges.
  • Watch Out for Fires: If you see or smell smoke, tell a grown-up and move to a safe place.

Rescue Teams to the Rescue!

If there’s ever a fire or someone gets hurt, rescue teams like firefighters and the train rescue team come to help. They are brave and strong, and they make sure everyone is safe.

Being Brave and Safe

Remember, being safe is important, and you can be brave too! Whether it’s an earthquake, hot soup, or playing games, you know what to do to stay safe. Great job learning today!

Discussion Questions

  • Have you ever felt the ground shake or seen something fall during an earthquake? How did it make you feel, and what did you do?
  • Can you think of a safe place in your home where you could hide if there was an earthquake? Why do you think that spot would be safe?
  • What are some things you do to stay safe when playing with friends? Can you share a time when you helped someone else be safe?

Lesson Activities

  1. Earthquake Safety Drill: Let’s practice what to do during an earthquake! Pretend the ground is shaking and find a safe spot under a table. Hold onto the table legs and count to 10 together. After the “shaking” stops, talk about how you felt and what you did to stay safe. This will help you remember what to do if a real earthquake happens.

  2. Hot and Cold Experiment: With the help of a grown-up, explore the difference between hot and cold. Fill one bowl with warm water and another with cold water. Carefully touch the water and describe how each feels. Discuss why it’s important to be careful around hot things and what you should do if you accidentally touch something hot.

  3. Rescue Team Role Play: Pretend to be a rescue team! Use toy figures or stuffed animals to act out a rescue mission. Imagine there’s a small “fire” or someone needs help, and practice how you would call for help and keep everyone safe. Talk about the important jobs rescue teams do and how they help people in real life.

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