Children

Depending on their age, children may require additional items in their disaster kit. Children can participate in disaster preparedness and planning. You can engage children in a scavenger hunt to help collect these items.

Infants

  • Diapers and wipes
  • Milk or formula
  • Pacifier
  • Thermos to keep things hot or cold
  • Trash bag for soiled diapers

School-Age Children

  • Paper and markers/crayons
  • Snacks
  • Stuffed animal or blanket for comfort
  • Toy/Book/Game to keep them occupied

Listen to this episode of Ready. Prep. Go! With Dr. Natasha Gill as she describes how to assemble a disaster kit for you and your family. 

References:

  • Ready.gov, Emergency Kit Checklist for Kids

Written by Dennis Ren

Last updated: 5/30/2025

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