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Drug Defense: Get UR Facts
Grades 4 and 5


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An introduction to drug abuse prevention

Drug DefenseDrug Defense: Get UR Facts helps fourth and fifth grade students understand the basics of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs and what it means to abuse these drugs. This engaging, interdisciplinary course offers a series of games, puzzles and interactive activities to help students learn about different types of drugs, the virtual consequences of using drugs and how drugs impact their bodies. It also focuses on how to stay drug-free. Students will be encouraged to make positive, healthy choices about drugs as they grow, mature and face a variety of obstacles and challenges.

Students who participate in Drug Defense: Get UR Facts will learn:
  • The concept of a healthy cell.
  • Drug DefenseWhat drugs do to the body and how they impact healthy cells.
  • The different types of drugs including alcohol, tobacco, over-the-counter, prescription, Schedule 1 drugs and steroids.
  • How to make healthy choices.
  • How to stay involved in activities that build self-esteem and friendships.
  • How to develop relationships with parents and other adults who can help them stay substance-free.
Drug Defense: Get UR Facts can be a stand-alone alcohol, tobacco and other drug curriculum or used as a supplement to your current ATOD curriculum.

Drug Defense: Get UR Facts features a comprehensive teacher’s guide that prepares teachers to use Children’s Health Education Center’s e-learning solution in their classrooms. The guide provides:
  • Drug DefenseDetails of all activities and lessons.
  • Learning objectives aligned with national standards and core concepts.
  • Classroom implementation strategies.
  • Alternative teaching delivery methods.
  • Take-home activities.
  • Additional resources.
Drug Defense: Get UR Facts is an affordable solution.You may purchase the course on a one-time basis or by an annual license agreement through your school district. Program discounts are available to fit classroom or school district budgets.