9 11 Information And Facts For Students

WEB 911 FACT SHEET FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD STUDENTS

What is 911?

911 is a three-digit emergency phone number that connects callers to emergency services, such as the police, fire department, and ambulance service.

What happened on 9/11?

Timeline of events on the morning of 9/11:

• 8:46 AM: American Airlines Flight 11 crashes into the North Tower of the World Trade Center in New York City.
• 9:03 AM: United Airlines Flight 175 crashes into the South Tower of the World Trade Center.
• 9:37 AM: American Airlines Flight 77 crashes into the Pentagon in Washington, D.C.
• 10:03 AM: United Airlines Flight 93 crashes into a field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

Victims of the 9/11 attacks:

Nearly 3,000 people were killed in the 9/11 attacks. Most of the victims were civilians, including men, women, and children. The attacks also caused significant damage to property and infrastructure. The World Trade Center towers were destroyed, and the Pentagon was severely damaged.

Impact of the 9/11 attacks:

The 9/11 attacks had a profound impact on the United States and the world. The attacks led to a number of changes, including:

• Increased security measures at airports and other public places.
• A renewed focus on counterterrorism and homeland security.
• A sense of national unity and patriotism.

How to talk to children about 9/11

Talking to children about 9/11 can be challenging. It's important to be honest and age-appropriate, and to answer children's questions as best you can. It's also important to provide children with reassurance and support.

Here are some tips for talking to children about 9/11:

• Start by asking children what they know about 9/11.
• Explain the events of 9/11 in a clear and concise way.
• Answer children's questions honestly and age-appropriately.
• Reassure children that they are safe and loved.
• Provide children with opportunities to express their feelings about 9/11.

Activities for teaching children about 9/11

There are a number of activities that you can do to help children learn about 9/11. Here are a few ideas:

• Read books about 9/11.
• Watch documentaries about 9/11.
• Visit a 9/11 memorial or museum.
• Talk to children about the heroes of 9/11.
• Create a timeline of the events of 9/11.

By talking to children about 9/11 and providing them with information and activities, you can help them to understand this important event in history.