Does your shampoo contain carcinogens? Scholars learn how cosmetic companies create and market their products, many of which contain toxic chemicals. They examine the bias and consumer responsibilities in the industry.

Concepts

environmental science, environmental hazards, bias, media bias, consumer awareness, human impact on the environment, the green movement, fact and opinion, supporting evidence

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• After showing the video, ask your class for initial reactions; following the lesson, ask if their opinions change
• Have individuals take a picture of the ingredients in their shampoos and research them as a class

Classroom Considerations

• Pupils require Internet access if viewing the video independently

Pros

• Includes a flow chart to organize ideas
• Addresses a topic learners can connect to easily

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.6.2 SL.7.2 SL.8.2 RST.6-8.7