Did you know more than 2,000 teens begin abusing prescription drugs each day? Ensure your learners are educated about the crucial health issue of prescription drug abuse with this unit. 

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Instructional Ideas

• Consider having a local pharmacist come in to discuss concepts in further detail and answer any questions students may still have
• Several lessons in this unit would serve as an excellent opportunity to connect with teachers from other departments and create an interdisciplinary learning experience

Pros

• Includes 10 lessons, from basic facts about prescription drug abuse and understanding proper use to communication and peer advocacy
• Modern, well-designed lessons and cross-curricular activities
• All activity materials and handouts included
• Uses best-teaching practices throughout unit

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.1.a SL.11-12.1.c RST.9-10.1 RST.9-10.2 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.1 RST.11-12.2 RST.11-12.4