Science·Volcanoes & Earthquakes·procedural
Earthquake Safety
Know basic earthquake safety: drop, cover, and hold on; move away from windows; tell a trusted adult
Suggested ages 5–7
Learning journey
Your child is learning about powerful forces that shape our Earth — understanding what volcanoes and earthquakes are, how they change the landscape, and important safety rules to follow during earthquakes.
Evidence of understanding
- Demonstrate the drop, cover, and hold on procedure
- Explain why to move away from windows and shelves during shaking
- Name a trusted adult to tell if they feel an earthquake
Assessment prompt
If you asked Earthquake Safety what to do if the ground started shaking, could they show you 'drop, cover, and hold on' and say they'd move away from windows?
Standards alignment
No external standards are linked to this topic.