Activity
National Save

Dating Violence: Are You a Victim?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
The teenagers in your class are probably involved in romantic relationships, but are they keeping themselves safe? Guide learners through the warning signs for dating violence with a series of lessons and discussions. 
Lesson Plan
National Institute on Drug Abuse

The Brain's Response to Drugs

For Students 5th - 9th Standards
Marijuana affects the brain differently than inhalants, which have a different effect than opioids. Elementary and middle school classes read about these drugs as well as nicotine, methamphetamine, hallucinogens, and steroids before...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Relationships for Students in Middle School

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Boundaries are important in relationships, no matter how close the relationship is. Middle schoolers explore the ideas of boundaries and personal space with two units about relationships. After discussing the boundaries in their own...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Planning to Parent: Am I Qualified?

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In small groups, teens take on different roles to discuss the qualifications for parenthood. An instruction sheet for group discussion is provided, as well as homework worksheets. Throughout these exercises, young adults take the time to...
Website
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Are You a Working Teen? Safety and Health on the Job

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is a pamphlet about teen job safety. It gives specific examples of dangerous situations as well as laws for teen workers.
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Why Are My Breasts Different Sizes?

For Students 9th - 10th
Answers questions on breast development. Informative and well written.
Website
Curated OER

Kids Health: Como Puedo Mejorar Mi Autoestima?

For Students 9th - 10th
How do you feel about yourself? Read this article to find out what is Self-Esteem, Self-Esteem problems and steps to improve Self-Esteem.
Handout
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Sandy Hook Promise: Say Something: Educator Guide

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This easy-to-use guide is designed to assist adult educators in delivering and sustaining the Say Something program. It includes tips for getting started, key messages and action steps to emphasize, and ideas, activities and resources...