Up in Smoke

You Smoke You Croak

Grade Level: 6

Subjects: Health
Reading
Science

Learner Outcomes:

1. Students will recall facts on the danger of tobacco use.
2. Student will be able to develop and present a powerpoint on the dangers of tobacco use.

Duration: 2 - 43 minute periods

Materials:

computer disks for each student
paper and pencil

Technology Tools:

Computer
Powerpoint
Projection Device
Internet Access

Teacher Notes:

The Up in Smoke Video (used for enrichment) is available through the WV Library Commission at 1-800-642-9021
ext.8.
It can be checked out at the Marion County Health Department.
It may also be available at your state library or local library.
Acceptable use policy must be signed for all participating students.

Procedure: 43 minutes
1. Show the students the Tobacco is Whacko powerpoint and discuss some of the questions presented.
2. Have students write down four facts about tobacco that they would like to present in powerpoint.
3. Using the projection device, show students how to develop a powerpoint with the following requirements.

Must have five frames including a title page with student's name.
Should present at least four facts about tobacco use
Correct spelling
Powerpoint presentation

4. Additional information for powerpoint presentation may obtained from Tips 4 Youth.

Procedure: 43 minutes

1. Have all students present their powerpoint.
2. Use the rubric for assessment as students do their presentation.

Modifications:

Make special adjustments for students with special needs according to their IEP.
Students with IEP may require shortened assignments or may use peer tutoring.

Enrichment:

Add special effects to the powerpoint such as sound and animation.
Show the video Up in Smoke
Have students design a poster or pamphlet on the dangers of tobacco use and display in the library.