Lesson Plan
Understanding Teen Vaping Motivations
Students will explore and understand the various social, psychological, and marketing influences that lead teens to vape, creating a foundation for empathy and informed decisions.
This lesson is crucial for helping 6th graders recognize external pressures while fostering empathy and critical thinking skills regarding health and behavior choices.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation and Material Review
10 mins
Step 1
Introduction and Context Setting
10 mins
Step 2
Exploring Influences
15 mins
Step 3
Group Discussion
10 mins
Step 4
Role-Playing Activity
10 mins
Discussion
Activity
Slide Deck
Social Influences on Vaping
Introduce the topic and outline what will be covered in this slide deck. Emphasize that this deck focuses on the social influences affecting teen vaping.
Peer Pressure
Discuss how peer pressure works and relate it to everyday school interactions. Use interactive questions to engage the class.
Social Media & Pop Culture
Highlight how social media and popular culture can glamorize vaping. Point out statistics or trends if available.
Marketing Influences
Focus on how marketing strategies are often subtle, and how social connections are exploited in advertising. Encourage students to critically analyze these messages.
Key Takeaways
Summarize the key points and invite final thoughts from the class. Suggest discussion questions to further reflect on the content.