Resilience Resources

Resource List and Links

On the back of the Climatopia™ game board, we recommend the best websites to learn more about climate change, flooding, individual risk, and disaster preparedness. All of the links on the game board and more are included below.

Links on the Back of the Game Bag

Resources printed on the back of the game board bag.

Links to Help Protect and Inform You About the 6 Main Climate Disasters:

• Floods
• Wildfires
• Snow and Ice
• Extreme Heat
• Hurricanes
• Diseases

Preparing for Climate Disasters and Emergencies and Building More Resilient Communities 

• READY is a national public service campaign intended to educate, empower, and prepare Americans for emergencies, including natural and man-made disasters. The website also includes detailed information on disasters as well as kid-friendly games on climate change and the environment.
• The American Red Cross offers information for disaster preparedness and recovery.
• The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is a trusted resource for environmental protection and disaster information.
• The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) helps people before, during, and after disasters.
• The US Fire Administration has helpful information about fire prevention and public education.
• RiskFactor makes it easy for Americans to see the risk of flooding, wildfire, heat, and wind in any area and boosts understanding of changing environments.

Links for all Ages

• NASA Climate Kids teaches about the environment and how it is changing by focusing on water, energy, plants, and more.
• Ready Wrigley kids books from the CDC helps teach kids how to prepare for emergencies through books.
• Click here for Fun Games to Learn About the Environment!

Fifth National Climate Assessment

• The Fifth National Climate Assessment stands as the primary report commissioned by the U.S. Government to comprehensively address the impacts, risks, and potential responses to climate change.

Understanding Climate Change Science

• The United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has the latest scientific information, assessment reports, and recommendations for global action.
• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) includes climate information, storm tracking, and education resources.
• Climate Central: Independent Organization of Scientists and Journalists communicating Climate Change Facts.