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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY-Ready Kids!

BE PREPARED IN EVERY SITUATION

Are you ready to put your planning skills to good use? Are you ready to help your family get prepared for the unexpected? Your family can use this Web site to create a plan that will help you be ready for many different kinds of unexpected situations!

You're already a great planner! Every day you get your homework done, get to music or sports practice on time, and plan where and when you'll meet up with friends. But how do you get prepared for emergencies?

It's simple! It just takes planning and practice, and these fun activities from Ready Kids can help!

Click on these easy steps, talk to your family, and make a plan and put it in a safe place. When you're all through, you'll be ready to graduate from Readiness U!

CREATE AN EMERGENCY SUPPLY KIT

Just think about all the things your family uses every day. Hmm. Clothes, money, TV or radio, books . . . and don't forget about food! Learn how to build an emergency supply kit that includes everything your family needs.

These fun games and activities can help your family build an emergency supply kit that keeps everything you might need during an emergency in one place!

MAKE A PLAN

Well, now that your family has created an emergency supply kit, it's time to make a plan. These cool games and worksheets will help your family figure out the best ways to stay in touch at all times!

KNOW THE FACTS

OK, now you have a supply kit and a plan, but what do you actually know about different kinds of weather events and other unexpected situations? The words and terms you hear during emergencies can be confusing. Here's an overview of the most common terms, as well as Web sites you can visit for more information!

GRADUATE FROM READINESS U!