Students investigate the composition of the interior of the Earth through a teacher lead lesson. They study the theory of plate tectonics before creating a model of the earth's interior. They use a hard boiled egg to synthesize a model...

A 74-page booklet of activities that teach about earthquakes and what to expect when one strikes, what one can do to prepare for them, and ways to stay safe during an earthquake and afterwards.

Emergency drills (fire drills especially) can be terrifying for preschoolers. It's loud, interruptive, and there can be kids everywhere! This site includes examples of read-aloud books and drill routine posters you can adapt to your...

[Free Registration/Login Required] A literary text about a boy who gets frightened during tornado drills at school. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.

[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about how to stay safe during different types of natural disasters. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.