Sophie, 7, Addington School
I was scared and crying too much but Miss Barr hugged me. She grabbed me and we did the turtle when the earthquake happened.
Whenmyhomeshook.co.nz is a website dedicated to helping Canterbury School children overcome the 2011 earthquake by providing a platform where they can openly share their personal earthquake stories and experiences.These stories were turned into a book which was distributed free to all Christchurch libraries and schools. Hosting of the website is covered by oVRcome, a virtual reality app to help people overcome phobias and anxieties.
It’s really good that you did the turtle!
Dear Sophie,
Thank you for sharing your story. I live in Christchurch too – these earthquakes are scary! It sounds like you did all the right things to keep safe. Well done! I wonder if you helped Miss Barr to be brave too?
Keep being brave!
From Kate.
Sophie you were such a star in reminding me to get turtle safe. I was glad we could look after each other.
Isn’t it good we have friends like Mrs Barr to look after us? You are very clever knowing how to turtle to keep yourself safe.