All family members need a Grab 'n Go bag prepared for a quick emergency get away. It is important to change out food, medication and clothing as they grow. Once a year works. Set a yearly date that everyone in the family changes out their packs.
Many have planned a family activity where everyone empties their bag, prepares and eats the food and snacks in it, checks to see if the clothing still fits, then re-packs with updated supplies, food and clothing. Rotate out the toothpaste, lotion, chapstick and diapers, wet wipes, etc.
When kids take part in the activity, they learn skills, what foods they like, how to prepare and pack it. They make the experience theirs and see the value of preparation, it helps them take ownership and responsibility.
Here are some ideas and a pdf list follows
A backpack, duffle bag or tote bag stored for quick access containing:
Jacket (hat, gloves)
Sweater, sweatshirt, pants
3 pr socks, shoes or boots
Small blanket
Coloring books, pad of paper
Crayons, color pencils
Reading books
Small stuffed animal
Flashlight and extra batteries
ID
Family picture, laminated
Contact information (Include name and phone # of out of state contact)
Health concerns info Freeze dried food pouches
Water
Snacks
Zip top bag items for backpack:
Emergency poncho
Hand warmer
Washcloth, hand towel
Sterile pads to clean cuts
Nail clippers
Safety pins
Whistle w/lanyard
Variety size bandages
Trial sizes of the following:
Toothpaste, toothbrush
ChapStick
Lotion
Kleenex
Wet Wipes
Shampoo, conditioner
Soap
Brush, comb
Additional items for baby:
Binky
Formula
Diapers, wipes
Small toys
Grab 'n Go Kids
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