Illegal Drugs And Harmful Substances

Students explore personal health issues. In this health journalism lesson, students read the USA Today article titled "Cities Crack Down on Raves", respond to discussion questions regarding the article, and complete an activity based on...

Pupils explore the implications of dogfighting. In this animal welfare lesson, students participate in a game that helps them to consider the harmfulness of dogfighting.

Middle schoolers investigate the concept of stereotyping and how it done in our society. They use the example of a drug dealer and how one is identified using characteristics of stereotyping. They watch a commercial about drug use and...

Students examine the healthcare system, including insurance, drug prices, and patient rights. Following a field trip to the children's ward of a hospital, they work in groups to analyze various conditions,problems/diseases, presented on...

Students read an online article and examine the ideas at the heart of the congressional hearings regarding Major League Baseball and performance enhancing drugs.

Learners examine the different points of view regarding testing students for drug use. They then work in pairs to create and perform dialogues that flesh out two sides of the argument around this controversial issue.

Students examine human health by identifying dangerous pesticides. In this agriculture lesson, students research the food production system in the United States and discuss dangers such as pesticides, chemicals and insecticides which...

Students discover why drug abuse is so dangerous and how people become easily addicted. In this substance abuse lesson, students conduct interviews and discussions with adults pertaining to drug abuse. Students examine the effects of...

Learners examine their own views on cheating. They explore the history of cheating in baseball by reading and discussing the article "Cheating Matters (Sometimes)." They create proposals for an exhibit that documents and explains the...

Students discuss substance abuse and prevention. They examine reasons for drug and alcohol use and the effects of substance abuse. Students analyze the harmful effects of drugs and alcohol use on their lives. They discuss skills they can...