Alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs--risk and protective factors. The student understands how various factors can influence decisions regarding substance use and the resources available for help Video Lesson

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Curriculum-aligned Grade 3 Health Education lesson video for Alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs--risk and protective factors. The student understands how various factors can influence decisions regarding substance use and the resources available for help. Use it for classroom preview, instruction support, or home review.

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Video Learning Notes

Students learned that friends can influence decisions about alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs in both positive and negative ways. They practiced recognizing peer pressure and making healthy choices. The lesson clarified the difference between reporting and tattling, emphasizing that reporting substance use is important for safety and helping friends. Through discussion and role play, students built skills to say no to risky behaviors and seek help when needed.

Learning Goals

• Explain how friends can influence a person's decision to use or not use alcohol or drugs.
• Describe the difference between reporting and tattling.
• Explain why it is important to report the use of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs by friends or peers.

Curriculum Context

Grade: Grade 3

Subject: Health Education

Curriculum: TEKS