Post by SA Hunter on Mar 31, 2016 20:40:46 GMT 10
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In the face of a natural disaster, break-in, or any other emergency, it's a good idea to have an emergency kit that will last you several days. This article entails how to make one for children.
Start with an old backpack.
Make sure it's in good condition, not full of holes or with a broken strap. It doesn't have to be new. You could also use any bag or even a bucket. Anything that will hold a fair amount of equipment will do.
(I'd add that for smaller children, a backpack with their favourite tv characters on it ie Spiderman, TMNT, Paw Patrol)
Pack clothes.
In the face of any emergency, clean clothes are a luxury. Go through your child's clothes and find items that fit and are comfortable. Include at least two outfits and one pair of pajamas. Again, nothing has to be new, but in good condition. Pack them in the kit.
Pack activities.
Especially with younger children, they will get bored and want something to do at any given time. Playing with their favorite toy might calm them down or comfort them. Think about what your child likes to do. Maybe they like to color, maybe they like to read. Put coloring books, reading books, toys, anything they like, into the bag.
Pack any non-perishable food.
This includes cans, packaged food, and water. Perishable foods are basically anything that will die, rot, or spoil within a few hours. These are things you have to keep in the refrigerator, so by all means, don't pack them in case of an emergency. If your child is a toddler, store some baby food. Don't forget serviettes and utensils.
Pack any other essentials.
This includes but is not limited to a first aid kit, a cell phone, hygiene equipment, an extra pair of shoes, etc. Pack whatever you think will be most useful to a child when they cannot access the house.
Make sure your child knows when and how to use this kit.
Store it in a safe place near a door, window or other exit. In case of an extreme emergency, the child should know where to go for it and to take it with them.
Tips
Keep in mind that 72 hours means three days, but you might be in tough situations much longer than that.
Make sure you hide it in a place where your child will remember.
Don't wait to pack one of these kits until after something happens. Be prepared.
In the face of a natural disaster, break-in, or any other emergency, it's a good idea to have an emergency kit that will last you several days. This article entails how to make one for children.
Start with an old backpack.
Make sure it's in good condition, not full of holes or with a broken strap. It doesn't have to be new. You could also use any bag or even a bucket. Anything that will hold a fair amount of equipment will do.
(I'd add that for smaller children, a backpack with their favourite tv characters on it ie Spiderman, TMNT, Paw Patrol)
Pack clothes.
In the face of any emergency, clean clothes are a luxury. Go through your child's clothes and find items that fit and are comfortable. Include at least two outfits and one pair of pajamas. Again, nothing has to be new, but in good condition. Pack them in the kit.
Pack activities.
Especially with younger children, they will get bored and want something to do at any given time. Playing with their favorite toy might calm them down or comfort them. Think about what your child likes to do. Maybe they like to color, maybe they like to read. Put coloring books, reading books, toys, anything they like, into the bag.
Pack any non-perishable food.
This includes cans, packaged food, and water. Perishable foods are basically anything that will die, rot, or spoil within a few hours. These are things you have to keep in the refrigerator, so by all means, don't pack them in case of an emergency. If your child is a toddler, store some baby food. Don't forget serviettes and utensils.
Pack any other essentials.
This includes but is not limited to a first aid kit, a cell phone, hygiene equipment, an extra pair of shoes, etc. Pack whatever you think will be most useful to a child when they cannot access the house.
Make sure your child knows when and how to use this kit.
Store it in a safe place near a door, window or other exit. In case of an extreme emergency, the child should know where to go for it and to take it with them.
Tips
Keep in mind that 72 hours means three days, but you might be in tough situations much longer than that.
Make sure you hide it in a place where your child will remember.
Don't wait to pack one of these kits until after something happens. Be prepared.
