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- 4th
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students identify the possible effects of inappropriate use of substances. They discuss strategies for preventing or avoiding substance abuse. They identify which substances are safe or unsafe. They develop strategies to avoid peer pressure. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students create concept maps exploring causes of drug abuse that, in Siberia and around the world, often lead to the contraction of H.I.V., and develop solutions papers. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students share opinions about prescription drugs and prepare public service campaigns to inform peers and adults about the dangers of prescription drug abuse. Their ads also offer prevention techniques and possible methods of treatment. Full Review »
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- 7th - 8th
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Students investigate drug safety in the home and how to prevent drug abuse. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students view a PBS "In the Mix" video about the use of steroids. They identify health risks, consider the emotional consequences of drug abuse and discuss the legal ramifications. They also research a variety of nutritional supplements. Full Review »
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- 10th - 12th
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Students examine statistics of teenagers using alcohol and marijuana. In groups, they brainstorm the reasons why they believe usage is higher than in years past. As a class, they role-play different roles in scenerios to help them realize the effect they are having on themselves and those around them. To end the lesson, they review the symptoms for someone high on drugs or alcohol. Full Review »
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- 8th - 12th
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Students examine the legal ramifications of substance abuse as it relates to students. They look at local rules and regulations in comparison to state and federal laws. They watch a video and television, and look at newspapers for information on drug use. They design a drug prevention policy after the research and visits by lawyers. Full Review »
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- 10th - 12th
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Students discuss the various social organizations and non-profit groups that support people dealing with drug and alcohol abuse. Students create an action plan for a person with an addiction to receive help. This lesson is intended for students acquiring English. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students familiarize themselves with the terms, laws, and effects of substance abuse using educational software. Cooperative group work is used to role play situations and make posters. Teachers are given a link to a reference tool, Prevention Primer. Full Review »
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- 5th - 7th
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Students participate in a variety of activities that emphasize drug and alcohol awareness. Activities include role play, watching a cartoon, creating crossword puzzles, participating in discussions, discovering new vocabulary of drug and alcohol awareness, and team competitions. Activities have been created by high school students for upper elementary and middle school students. Full Review »
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