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Awareness Matters

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Lesson Plan

Awareness Matters

Drug and alcohol awareness

This lesson aims to raise awareness among 7th graders about the dangers and consequences of drug and alcohol use. Through a brief discussion and interactive worksheet, students will learn key facts and reflect on the impact of substance abuse. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with knowledge to make informed decisions and resist peer pressure.

Audience

7th grade students

Time

15 minutes

Approach

Materials

Worksheet: Drug and Alcohol Awareness, and Exit Ticket: Reflection on Learning

Step 1

Introduction

2 minutes

  • Briefly introduce the topic of drug and alcohol awareness.
  • Explain the importance of understanding the risks associated with substance use.

Step 2

Worksheet Activity

10 minutes

  • Distribute the "Drug and Alcohol Awareness" worksheet to each student.
  • Instruct students to complete the worksheet individually.
  • Encourage students to think critically about the questions and provide honest answers.

Step 3

Closure and Exit Ticket

3 minutes

  • Collect the worksheets.
  • Distribute the exit ticket titled "Reflection on Learning."
  • Ask students to write one thing they learned and one question they still have about drug and alcohol awareness.
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Worksheet

Drug and Alcohol Awareness

This worksheet helps students understand the effects and consequences of drug and alcohol use through reflective questions.

List three reasons why people might choose to use drugs or alcohol.

Think about social, emotional, and environmental factors.







What are two potential consequences of using drugs or alcohol?








How can you say no to peer pressure when offered drugs or alcohol?

Consider strategies like assertive communication or finding support.







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Quiz

Reflection on Learning

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