Be Prepared Not Scared
Books
Henry and the Hurricane
Written by Brittany Perkins Castillo, CEO of the national rapid response emergency management, logistics, and disaster response business and illustrated by award winning illustrator and widely recognized kid expert Nathan Y Jarvis. Brittany’s vast experience with natural disasters combine with Nathan’s ability to engage, inform, and enchant children in Henry and the Hurricane as Henry and his family prepare for a hurricane.
What is a hurricane? How do we know when one is coming? Is there a safe place to go? Is it okay to feel afraid and uncertain? Henry and the Hurricane helps children prepare for the big feeling a big storms bring. The pages are full of kid-friendly information about hurricanes, feelings, and facts, as well as peppered with hidden objects for the readers to search for. Some are easy to find for the youngest readers—some are a real challenge to keep older eyes on the lookout! Join Henry’s family as they help him figure out what to do with his feelings while also showing him what kids can do to be stronger than the storm.
Hero Helpers
Even the most calm and prepared adults experience stress, worry, and disarray after a disaster or emergency event. Kids experience the same emotions as adults, often without rational thinking or knowledge to ground them. The author and her team have created this book after many years of living and working in communities after crisis events. They have listened to and observed numerous community-based responses to disasters. A consistent theme in all communities - regardless the disaster type - is when and how to best talk to kids about these traumatic events. This book is a tool to support these important conversations at a family level, at school, or in the community. Our hope is that this book Serve as a communication and learning tool for kids and caregivers in planning for or responding to disasters; Provide something for young ones to do post-disaster when they need safe, kid-friendly, low-tech activities and when parents need to do the "adult things" in response and recovery; Offer helpful resources to support the physical and mental health of kids following a difficult event; Take time to color or solve a puzzle with the kids in your life. Fun and connection are healthy for adults too! All proceeds go towards providing books and resources for children impacted by disasters.
Family Emergency Preparedness
The Family Emergency Preparedness initiative provides resources to support storm preparedness campaigns that are a valuable educational tool for government agencies, schools, businesses, community organizations, and citizens.
Partnerships
Save the Children
Partnering to support child-friendly spaces during disaster events, helping create safe, structured environments where children can play, learn, and begin to recover.
Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Bringing Henry and the Hurricane to life through interactive book readings that teach kids preparedness, resilience, and what to expect before, during, and after a disaster.
Kendra Scott Foundation
Supporting the Little Yellow Library program by sponsoring community book installations and hosting readings that expand access to disaster preparedness education for children.
New Day Foundation
Collaborating to provide Psychological First Aid training, equipping communities with the tools to support children and families in the immediate aftermath of disaster events.
University of Miami Global Institute
Working together to advance research, education, and community-based initiatives that strengthen disaster preparedness and resilience for children and families.
Resources
Explore a variety of resources to help support children affected by disasters, from expert insights to practical guides, research, services to assist families, educators, and emergency managers in understanding and addressing children’s unique needs during and after disasters.
Creating Calm During Chaos
A Simple Guide for Supporting Children in Disasters
During and after disasters, kids need to feel safe, loved, and supported. Parents and caregivers can help by listening carefully, showing kindness, giving hope, and keeping things calm.
This guide will help you support children in tough times.
Disasters Don’t Wait. Neither Should We.
Stronger than the Storm serves to connect people and organizations that are focused on, or curious about, the following topics:
1. WHAT is the reality for children in a post-event world.
2. WHY it matters that children’s needs are addressed.
3. WHAT the real versus ideal currently is.
4. WHEN and WHAT action needs to be taken.
What an incredible day at the Boys & Girls Club of Orlando!
We had our BIGGEST reading of Henry and the Hurricane yet and this group of young readers brought some great questions! 🙌
We talked about the real dangers of hurricanes, how to prepare before a storm hits, and why prepared beats scared every single time. These kids shared big ideas and proved they were ready to face whatever comes their way.
Thank you to the @bgca_clubs for having us and to our amazing illustrator @nyj_art and the amazing @hollymerrillraschein for keeping the crowd smiling, laughing and learning! 💙
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Did you know April is Earthquake Preparedness Month?
2,925 earthquakes have already happened this year.
What would you do if the ground started shaking right now? Do you have a plan? Do you know where to go?
At Stronger than the Storm we help kids and the adults who love them get smart about natural disasters before they happen.
Prepared beats scared. Every time. 💪
🔗 Link in bio for free resources!
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Heroes come in all forms and we saw that firsthand at Children’s Week Florida.
From dedicated legislators and football players to four-legged companions, corporations and community coalitions, so many champions came together with one shared mission: helping Florida’s children grow and thrive.
We’re incredibly grateful for the opportunity for Stronger than the Storm to be part of such a meaningful and inspiring event.
Together, we’re building stronger, safer futures for our kids.
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We had the BEST time at the National Hurricane Conference!
To everyone who stopped by our booth, said hello, asked great questions, or just gave us a smile in the hallway THANK YOU.
But here’s the thing... the excitement doesn’t stop here. 👀
If you caught a glimpse of what we had on display, you already know something BIG is coming. We’re not ready to spill all the details just yet…so stay tuned you won’t want to miss this. 🏡
Any guesses?
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📚💛 Florida history made right in our backyard.
Last month, we had the honor of celebrating the opening of the very first @kendrascottfoundation Little Yellow Library right here at Deerfield Beach Elementary🌟
We were joined by @cityofdeerfieldbeach City Commissioners Michael Hudak and Tom Plaut, who brought Henry and the Hurricane to life with a special reading 💛
The Yellow Library isn’t just books on a shelf. It’s a space built with every child in mind a place where kids see themselves, their stories, and their community reflected back at them.
When neighbors, educators, and local businesses show up together for our kids, something really special happens.
Here’s to many more chapters ahead for these incredible students. ✨📚
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🌪️ Are you heading to the National Hurricane Conference?
Come find us in the Exhibit Hall, say hi and get ready for hurricane season while helping kids be prepared, not scared 💙
Swing by our booth and
🎒 Grab FREE kid friendly preparedness resources
🌀 Discover tools to help your community prepare
📚 Take home materials you can actually use and discover some new and exciting things at STTS!
📍 Orlando, FL
📅 March 30 – April 2, 2026
📍 Exhibit Hall open March 31 – April 1
Before you go, check us out here:
🌐 strongerthanthestorm.com
Tag a colleague who should stop by! 👇
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Henry & the Hero Helpers had a great time at the OYC Golf Tournament! ⛳️
Stronger Than The Storm joined the @oycmiami Golf Tournament to share our children’s good fun for bad days series, Henry & the Hero Helpers, with the community.
Through fun stories and activities, we help kids learn how to prepare for storms in a way that feels positive and engaging.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by to learn more about building the next generation of preparedness heroes!
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#CommunityStrong
We are incredibly grateful for our partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and for the opportunity to bring Henry and the Hurricane and education to kids of all ages.
From special book readings for kindergarteners to meaningful conversations with high school students about preparedness, leadership, and future opportunities, this partnership allows us to meet kids where they are and grow with them.
We’re especially thankful for our team, including @hollymerrillraschein, who helps build these important partnerships and shows up for students every step of the way, inspiring curiosity, confidence, and possibility.
Together, we’re helping kids feel prepared today and hopeful for tomorrow. 💙
#StrongerThanTheStorm #BoysAndGirlsClub #CommunityPartnerships
