Fire Safety. Listen Teaching Kids the Facts About Fire Unfortunately, many kids will try to hide from a fire, often in a closet, under a bed, or in a corner. But if taught basic fire facts, they'd be better able to protect themselves. Teach your kids that fires spread quickly, that most fire-related deaths are not from burns but from smoke inhalation, and that dangerous fumes can overcome a person in just a few minutes. Kids should learn to: Kids should also always be dressed for bed in flame-retardant sleepwear. Practice Fire Drills at Home Kids have fire drills at school and adults have them at work. Planned escape routes are a necessity, especially if a fire were to occur during the night. Make sure that the windows in every room are easy to open and are not painted over or nailed shut — remember, these may be your only way out in a fire. If you live in an apartment building, make sure any safety bars on windows are removable in an emergency.
Then, every so often, test your plan. Fire Safety. On April 9th, there was a fire at my school. It was pretty scary, but everything turned out okay. Have you ever wondered what you would do if there were a fire in your home? I have. Here are some important prevention and safety tips I learned. Be Smart Don't touch matches. If there is a fire: Be Prepared Make an escape plan. Be Safe Get out fast! And Remember... Stop, Drop, and Roll. I got most of this stuff from the United States Fire Administration's Kids Page, and some from the National Fire Protection Association Web site. I also learned a lot from some third graders who interviewed four of their local firefighters. Fire Safety for kids, parents and teachers! Fire Safety for Kids at Ready.gov.
Sparky the Fire Dog. Smokey Bear - Only You Can Prevent Wildfires. Firefighter Protective Clothing Tour - City of Davis Fire Department.