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Brain Power! The NIDA Junior Scientist Program: Grades 4-5



What is Addiction? (Module 6)

Materials

  • Videotape and VCR
  • Fact Sheets from previous modules
  • Notes from previous modules
  • Scrapbooks from Module 1
  • Old newspapers and magazines
  • Paper and pencils

Preparation

Preview the video before showing it to the class.

1. Make sure the students have their scrapbooks from Module 1 as well as materials from other modules before beginning work on this activity.

2. Students will work in the same groups they worked in during Module 5.

During this activity, keep in mind that some children may be trying to cope with an addicted loved one at home. It is recommended that the lines of communication be open between the teacher, students, and guidance counselor to handle any issues that may occur.


Module 6 Contents

Module 6 Documents

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Brain Power!

Module 1 Module 2
Module 3 Module 4
Module 5 Module 6

Ordering Information

This package can be ordered by calling 1-877-NIDA-NIH and request "BPPACK2"

Or it can be ordered online at backtoschool.drugabuse.gov.


Contact Information

For questions regarding NIDA's Science Education Program and Materials, contact Cathrine Sasek, Ph.D., e-mail: csasek@nih.gov.



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