The surface of the earth is not a sure thing. It's like a giant jigsaw puzzle of rock pieces called 'plates ...'
Earthquakes occur when two plates collide ...
These things happen every day, but we do not feel the most earthquakes because they are too small or too deep underground.
Sometimes, an earthquake is strong enough for people to feel it ... It's like the earth is shaking ...
If there is a large, powerful earthquake, it can shake tables, racks, windows, and even whole buildings ...
Quake is scary when you do not expect them ... But the earthquake does not last long and they always end ...
Large earthquakes are dangerous because loads can fall, things can break down, and people can get hurt ...
It's good to practice keeping safe in an earthquake ...
If it is at night in your bed and cover your head with a pillow ... If you are at school, drop under the table / desk, cover your head with your hands, and hold on. ...