If you're glued to the television, ordering them to hush during news updates, kids will sense something's not right and may exaggerate the danger. Be prepared to dispel what may seem to be irrational fears. After the storm, know whether your child needs help dealing with the traumatic stress. Talk to parents of kids of the same age and gender to compare how you child is doing. Most of all, be reassuring.
Children take their cues from adults.
If you look scared, they'll be scared. If you're coping well, they'll do better, too. A child's supply kit should be equipped with the same things included for an overnight stay at Grandma's. A favorite blanket or stuffed animal. The favorite food can go in the children's kit, while other basic items go with the main family stores.