Emergency Kit Checklist for Kids and Families

An illustration of an emergency kit

An emergency kit has all of the things that you and your family may need during an emergency in which you may have to stay inside for longer than usual or the electricity could go out. Making a family emergency kit can be fun for the family to do together. Here’s how to have a family emergency kit treasure hunt:

  1. You will need a large plastic bin or box to put things into.
  2. Answer the following questions to guide your treasure hunt.
  3. Check items off the list as you put them into your emergency kit box.
  4. Place an updated copy of your checklist inside your large plastic bin or box once your kit is put together to know what is inside the kit and to know where you can always find your checklist.

An emergency kit is a collection of items that you may need in an emergency.

Do you have a child in your house who has a disability or special needs?
View our checklist for Families with Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs (CYSHCN).