The Academy for Tobacco Reduction, which uses a creative theme to give the resource context. Five lessons per grade will:
1) give student for kids factual information
2) help them understand the risks seen with tobacco us
3) teach kids ways they can recognize negative social influences
4) develop strategies to learn how to resist pressure to us tobacco products and
5) develop a sense of purpose as they work together on a common goal.
Day 2 Face to Face Shadows of the Academy, a fun and engaging card game that creates a learning environment where students can use effective ways to communicate and cooperate. Student build confidence in recognizing and resisting negative peer pressure, using positive social skills together to reach a common goal.
This resource is aligned with the competencies for Engaged Thinkers and Ethical Citizens with an Entrepreneurial Spirit as outlined in the Alberta Education Framework for Student Learning. The resource included a grade specific detailed lesson outlines, interactive presentations, material to encourage class discussion, and a variety of pre-developed cross-curricular activities to integrate into a variety of learning experiences.
This learning opportunity is being offered through a grant from Alberta Education.