We Care About Fire Safety

A class of second graders learned about fire safety and prevention through a language arts class that focused on safety in the community. A representative from the local fire station gave a presentation to the class on fire safety, how fires impact the community, and how to prevent fire-related accidents in the home. The teacher led a review discussion of the "in home" fire prevention strategies presented by the firefighters, and conducted an informal class survey on the use of smoke alarms and fire extinguishers in the home. This review and survey prompted the second graders to discuss what they could do to reduce accidental fires in the home. The students developed a sense of social responsibility and showed concern for their fellow students and the families who live in their community. The survey expanded to include more students and to create a fire safety flyer, which led to the creation of "We Care" bags containing a copy of the flyer and a smoke detector.