Tramline
Hurricane Virtual Field Trip
What conditions are necessary to create a hurricane? Where do hurricanes occur? When is hurricane season? What is the difference between a tropical cyclone and a hurricane? How is the strength of a hurricane measured? Where do hurricanes...
Ready
Ready: Kids: Be a Hero
How prepared are you and your family if a disaster would occur? Kids, parents, and teachers can use this site to find tips to help prepare for multiple disaster situations. Included are learning games for kids, FAQ's and an emergency kit...
Other
K 3 Learning Pages: Web Resources Thunderstorms
Check out this comprehensive list of web resources on thunderstorms and safety. Students and teachers will benefit from the links found on this site.
NOAA
Noaa: Tornadoes, Nature's Most Violent Storms
This page, put out by the National Weather Service, thoroughly explains the causes and types of tornadoes. Tornado safety is covered in the form of warning signs and what you can do to stay safe both in school and at home. The full...
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research
Ucar: Hurricane Safety
If you live in an area that is affected by hurricanes, it is important that you and your family create a plan for what to do in a hurricane, and pull together an emergency supply kit.
National Institutes of Health
Niehs: Hurricane Katrina
When Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast area, NIEHS scientists and physicians were sent to assist with relief efforts. Provided is a helpful packing list and useful suggestions so you can help your family in case of an emergency or to...
Scholastic
Scholastic: Preparing for a Hurricane
Find out what you should do to prepare for a hurricane. Take a quiz to find out if you are ready to meet the challenge.
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: Understanding Tsunamis
Come and learn more about the devastating effects of tsunamis. This site features video segments revealing the devastation tsunamis can cause and how tsunamis are formed.
Community Learning Network
Community Learning Network: General Tsunami Resources
Come and learn more about tsunamis through this collection of resources. This site offers a wide variety of links to increase your knowledge of this powerful force of nature.