What It’s Like to Be a Kid After a Fire Took Almost Everything What It’s Like to Be a Kid After a Fire Took Almost Everything
The New York Times
Ten children talked about losing their homes, their schools and their neighborhoods in the Los Angeles fires. They discussed what they’re worried about and what’s cheering them up.
All they could grab were stuffed animals, toothbrushes, Barbie dolls and blankets. Their bunk beds, cleats and clothes burned with their houses.
The New York Times interviewed 10 children and their parents about what it was like to flee the fires in Los Angeles. They talked about what they are worried about, and what is helping them feel better.
Ivy and Ruby Van Kline are twin sisters who just turned 6 this week. They are in kindergarten at Aveson School of Leaders, a charter school in Altadena, Calif. Their house and school both burned down, so the family moved in with their grandparents.
Jet Crawford, 6, was also in kindergarten at Aveson. He is living in a new house with his mom and his sister, Ilana, 3, after their house in Altadena burned. Their new town is about 20 minutes away from home.
