Start with a clear real-life theme
This hand-copied newspaper works best when it focuses on “What should we do if there is a fire at home?” Instead of listing general fire facts, build the page around a situation children can imagine. A short main title and a small subtitle such as “Call for help, stay low, never use the elevator” make the topic easy to understand.
Use four practical content sections
- Emergency call section: explain that students should call for help first, then dial 119 and clearly state the address, floor, and fire situation.
- Escape steps section: present actions in order, such as covering the mouth and nose, bending low, and leaving through a safe route.
- What not to do section: remind readers not to go back for belongings, not to use the elevator, and not to panic in a crowd.
- Home fire prevention section: include simple habits like not playing with fire, checking electrical safety, and turning off gas and power after use.
Short lines students can copy directly
Keep the text brief and memorable so children can write it neatly and leave space for drawings.
- Stay calm and look for a safe exit.
- Smoke rises, so move in a low position.
- Cover your mouth and nose with a damp towel.
- Follow instructions and do not push.
- If clothes catch fire, stop, drop, and roll.
- Remember 119 and give clear information.
Make the page look like an escape-theme poster
Add simple illustrations such as flames, a fire extinguisher, a fire truck, exit signs, and arrows. A central drawing can show a path from a room to the stairway, with labels like “stay low,” “do not use the elevator,” and “leave in order.” This makes the message visual and easy to follow.
Color and title ideas
Use red, orange, and dark blue for the title to create a strong safety theme. Body text can stay in black or dark blue, while key warnings can be circled in red. For a horizontal layout, place the title at the top and split the lower area into left and right columns. For a vertical layout, use a central picture with smaller sections above and below.
How to end the hand-copied newspaper
Finish with a short closing line such as “Keep fire safety in mind, stay calm in danger, and protect yourself and your family.” If you want to improve the layout, change title styles, or add more ready-to-copy text, you can continue designing in the Zhihui Shouchaobao WeChat mini program.