How do I teach my students a lockdown drill without fear?
As a kindergarten teacher, I struggled with this question.
My students needed to react quickly and quietly, but— as research shows— were too young for the “bad guy in the school” scenario. I scoured the internet for ideas. But after a great deal of research, I found no good answers.
So I decided to write my own lockdown story.
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The Elephant in the Room… a frolicking tale of circus animals, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, and a fun-loving teacher!
This book teaches children the life-saving procedures of a lockdown drill without exposing them to its harsh realities.
PRAISE FOR THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM
“A fantastic way to teach the lock-down concept without scaring children... This book focuses simply on what is important for kids to take away in a lockdown drill.”
“An outstanding story that should be incorporated into every school in America’s curriculum at the start of a new school year. ”
““What an incredibly timely and relevant resource… to convey what otherwise would be a sensitive and frightening topic.””
Activity Book
Drawn by Greg Matusic, illustrator of “The Elephant in the Room”, this 12-page activity book offers puzzles, games, and coloring pages— the perfect supplement to your lesson plan on lockdown drills.
About the Author
Alicia Stenard is a teacher, author, and parent educator. She lives in Upstate NY with her husband and four children.
"The Elephant in the Room" was a great success in her classroom— she knows it can help in yours too!
To learn more, explore the Author Q&A.
