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Fire Prevention Week
Includes free classroom materials that can help save lives.
Grade Level: Pre-K-2, 3-5

http://www.nfpa.org/categoryList.asp?categoryID=270

	CONTENT: The National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) developed this official Fire Prevention Week site to provide materials and resources for kids, parents, and teachers.
	SITE DESIGN: These pages are part of the larger National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) site and it contains links to a variety of resources. The links related to Fire Prevention Week can be found in the navigation menu at the left side of the main page. Shockwave is needed for the games section.
	REVIEW: Most elementary teachers include Fire Prevention Week as part of the curriculum. This site provides background information about FPW, letters in English and Spanish to send home with students, key points for kids about smoke alarms and practicing fire escape plans, and lesson plans for grades K-6. Kids and families will find important safety information on developing and practicing fire escape plans, fun games in Sparky's Arcade, and other activities. For fire service workers, there are many materials -- such as how-to guides and fundraising tips -- for carrying out a successful Fire Prevention Week campaign.
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