Lesson Plan
Session 1: Understanding Vaping
Introduce 5th graders to vaping, its substances, and associated health risks, establishing a foundational understanding and curiosity about the topic.
Understanding the risks of vaping early empowers students to make healthier choices, resist peer pressure, and prepares them for future decisions.
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Preparation for Session 1
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Vaping
5 minutes
Step 2
Exploration of Vaping Components
10 minutes
Step 3
Understanding Health Risks
10 minutes
Slide Deck
What is Vaping?
Parts of a Vape
What’s Inside a Vape?
Health Risks of Vaping
Summary & Discussion
Worksheet
Lesson Plan
Session 2: Peer Pressure and Decision Making
Help 5th graders recognize peer pressure, understand its effects, and develop decision-making skills to make independent, healthy choices.
Empowering students with decision-making strategies ensures they can resist negative influences and make choices that protect their well-being.
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Time
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Preparation for Session 2
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Peer Pressure
5 minutes
Step 2
Role-Playing Activity
15 minutes
Step 3
Group Discussion and Reflection
10 minutes
Slide Deck
What is Peer Pressure?
Recognizing Peer Pressure
Making Healthy Decisions
Role-Playing Practice
Reflection & Discussion
Activity
Lesson Plan
Session 3: Building a Smoke-Free Future
Empower 5th graders to envision and commit to a healthy, smoke-free future by engaging them in a creative poster project.
Envisioning a smoke-free future encourages students to make positive health choices and reinforces the lessons learned about the risks of vaping.
Audience
Time
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Materials
Prep
Preparation for Session 3
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Brainstorming
10 minutes
Step 2
Poster Creation Activity
15 minutes
Step 3
Sharing and Reflection
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Imagine a Smoke-Free Future
Benefits of a Smoke-Free Life
Brainstorming Ideas
Poster Design Prompts
Share Your Vision
Project Guide
