Friends offer a vape, medicine that isn't yours and (grades 6–8) pills and a party dare. Students pick what to say, see realistic reactions, discover that most middle schoolers don't vape, and see telling an adult as getting help.
Subject
SEL
Grades
5–8
Time
5 min
Skill
Refusal skills and norm correction
Standards it covers
NHES 4.5.5Demonstrate refusal skills to use in a variety of situations.
NHES 4.8.5Use refusal skills and strategies in a variety of situations.
NHES 4.5.3 / 4.8.3Ask for and offer help to support health.
NHES 4.8.8Use negotiation skills (another plan).
NHES 5.5.3Compare options and potential outcomes for a health-related decision.
CASEL Responsible Decision-MakingMake caring and constructive choices about behavior and social interactions.