Natural Disasters for Kids | Learn about tornados, hurricanes, and more!

What is a natural disaster?

• A catastrophic event caused by natural processes, like weather.

• A disaster that happens only in nature.

• An event that causes minimal damage.

Which of the following is NOT considered a natural disaster?

• tsunami

• moderate rainfall

• hurricane

• drought

What is a drought?

• a long period of time without rain

• a long period of time with significant rainfall

• an area with dry soil

• a desert

The most common natural disaster in the united states are: 

• tsunamis

• tornados

• hurricanes

• floods

What is a hurricane?

• a heavy rainstorm

• a giant swirling storm accompanied by heavy rain

• a giant wave caused by an earth quake

• a funnel cloud

What causes tsunamis?

• high winds

• changing tides

• hurricanes

• underwater earthquakes

What 3 things can you do to prepare for a natural disaster?

• plan

• prepare

• play

• practice