Lesson Plan
What's Really in That Vape Lesson Plan
Students will explore the chemical makeup, health impacts, and social pressures of vaping, then practice refusal strategies and reflect on healthier choices.
Teen vaping rates are rising, yet many students don’t know the hidden risks or how to resist peer pressure. This lesson empowers 9th graders with facts and skills to make informed decisions.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
10 minutes
Step 2
Infographic Analysis
15 minutes
Step 3
Chemical Components Discussion
10 minutes
Step 4
Peer Pressure Role-Play
15 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Assessment
10 minutes
Slide Deck
What’s Really in That Vape?
Understanding Vaping
Teen Vaping Statistics
Common Chemicals in Vape Aerosol
Health Risks: Short-Term & Long-Term
Why Do Teens Vape?
Resisting Peer Pressure
Reflection
Next Steps & Resources
Worksheet
Reading
Script
Journal
Quiz
Vaping Risks Exit Ticket Quiz
