Living With Fire Releases Children’s Wildfire Activity Book | Helping Nevada Families Prepare

In this segment of 2 Plus You Nevada, host Sarah Johns welcomes Megan Kay from Living With Fire to discuss the release of a new children’s wildfire activity book designed to help kids and families better understand wildfire preparedness, evacuation planning, and emotional readiness during fire season.

During Nevada Wildfire Awareness Month, the educational activity book introduces children to wildfire safety through interactive lessons, activities, and a new mascot named Ember the Red Fox.

🚨 Segment Highlights:

🔥 Nevada Wildfire Awareness Month

• Living With Fire joining the show throughout May

• Educating families about wildfire preparedness and safety

• Helping Northern Nevada communities prepare for fire season

📚 New Children’s Wildfire Activity Book Released

• Interactive educational book designed for kids and families

• Developed with teachers, focus groups, and wildfire experts

• Created in partnership with the Tahoe Resource Conservation District

🦊 Meet Ember the Red Fox

• New mascot guiding children through wildfire safety lessons

• Teaching kids about evacuation planning and preparedness

• Helping make wildfire education more approachable and engaging

👨‍👩‍👧 Helping Families Talk About Wildfire Safety

• Encouraging proactive conversations with children before emergencies happen

• Teaching families about go bags, evacuation plans, and fire awareness

• Helping reduce fear and anxiety during wildfire evacuations

💙 Teaching Kids Emotional Preparedness & Coping Skills

• Activities designed to help children process “big feelings” during emergencies

• Introducing grounding exercises and box breathing techniques

• Helping children feel safer and more prepared during stressful events

🏡 Simple Wildfire Safety Tips for Families

• Encouraging kids to identify fire risks around the home

• Teaching families about defensible space and outdoor cleanup

• Helping children become active participants in wildfire preparation

🌐 How to Get the Free Wildfire Activity Book

• Free printed and digital copies available through Living With Fire

• Families, teachers, and schools can request copies online

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