Turn Off the TV Week
Posted on | April 24, 2007 |
Looking for a fun activity that doesn’t involve the television? Here’s one great idea that will keep everyone entertained and also includes an educational element.
Make an emergency escape plan.
Why should you do this? Every family member needs to know how to get out of the house in an emergency. Older kids especially need to be able to do this on their own, in case you’re not able to help them first.
Here’s a few steps to get you started:
- Have your kids help you draw a floor plan of your residence. Tell them to mark two parent-approved escape routes from each room.
- Have your kids designate a place for family to meet outside the house. (If you choose a neighbor’s house, make sure all family members know the neighbor’s address and phone number. And be sure to tell the neighbor they are ‘it’!)
- Have your kids place a copy of fire escape plan in each bedroom. Make sure the plan is easily accessible.
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WHN TIP: Neighbors too far away? Have your kids choose a favorite tree away from the home and on the lawn as your meeting place. Remind them to stay there and wait until the firefighters say it’s OK to move. Make sure the spot is away from the road and driveway - first responder vehicles will drive on these.
Made your escape plan? Share your tips in the Comments section below!
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