Natural Disasters
In this unit, you will be learning about natural disasters. To begin, watch these films about recent natural events and their consequences for humans:
Next, to give you background, read these articles on earthquakes, volcanoes, and tsunamis. Watch the related animations.
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/savageearth/
Follow this link to a map of California, then find out what are the most critical possible dangers in your community.
http://myhazards.calema.ca.gov/Default.aspx
For homework, complete the "We Prepare" Disaster Supplies Checklist. Check off any supplies you already have for your family and could get together in 5 minutes. Highlight any supplies that seem like critical needs that you don't have or keep in a place that's difficult to get to.
http://daphne.palomar.edu/calenvironment/hazards.htm
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