Learning Outcomes

Students will understand the values of fire prevention and safety campaigns.

Summary

In this activity, students will review some Smoke and develop their own fire prevention messages.

Activity Information

• Grade level: junior
• Subject: Social Studies, Art Skills: Reading, writing, critical analysis, drawing
• Duration: Up to two one-hour sessions
• Materials: Smokey Says handout, art supplies, paper
• Duration: Up to two one-hour sessions
• Materials: Smokey Says handout, art supplies, paper

Background

Because people rely on forests for a variety of values such as wildlife recreation and forest products, it is important for people to realize that their actions can have a negative effect on the forest. Smokey Bear is used in much of Canada to spread the message of fire prevention.

Evaluation

Orally quiz class on why fire prevention and safety are important.

Activity

1. Have students review and discuss the Smokey Says handout.
2. Have students categorize the messages (e.g., fire saftey, prevention, habitat protection).
3. Have students develop fire prevention messages through posters and slogans.

Extension

Have kids research Smokey through the years at the library or over the lnternet. Investigate anyother fire prevention mascots used in Canada.