ABSTRACT
This chapter explores the perspective of school children on the causes, effects, and coping strategies for flood disaster risk management in Ghana. The data were analysed using content analysis. The study revealed that the perception of the school children is mainly in agreement with much of the literature in flood research, suggesting that choked gutters and poor drainage systems are some of the major causes of floods in the country. Additionally, floods have resulted in health risks for the pupils and destroyed properties, school learning materials, and infrastructure, resulting in low turnout and low enrolment in schools. The coping strategies employed by school children during floods are to rely on their instincts to seek shelter in perceived temporary havens, as pupils do not have education on exactly what they should do in the event of floods. It is proposed that the Ministry of Education in Ghana should take steps to integrate flood disaster management into the school curriculum, develop appropriate instructional materials, and undertake capacity building for teachers.
