- Article: "Drug Abuse"
This article introduces kids to the facts about popular drugs of abuse, and addresses the most common questions and rumors surrounding them.
- "Bonko's Body Quiz" Game
Kids can learn about various drugs of abuse and their effects on the body with this interactive quiz.
- IML Journal Page: "Drug Abuse"
These pages, designed for easy printing, encourage children to express themselves on the topic and can complement home or classroom discussion.
- "Drug Abuse" Crossword
This printable puzzle is a fun way to bring up and think about issues surrounding the subject.
Quick Discussion Guide:
Questions and suggestions for discussing this topic with your child.
Lesson Plans:
These lessons, created by educators, are designed to help teachers integrate the It's My Life Web site, and its treatment of this topic, into the classroom.
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Books
Keeping Kids Drug Free: D.A.R.E. Official Parent's Guide
by Glenn A. Levant
This book presents information about specific drugs and their major effects, helps parents learn how to recognize signs of drug abuse, and suggests strategies for encouraging positive self-esteem in children.
Just Say Know: Talking with Kids about Drugs and Alcohol
by Cynthia Kuhn, Scott, Ph.D. Swartzwelder, Wilkie, Ph.D. Wilson
This book explains such things as the legal consequences of drug possession and how drugs affect the brain and features chapters focusing on specific drugs. Information on the most important things to know about the drug and on how to talk to kids about it is included for each substance.
Parenting for Prevention: How to Raise a Child to Say No to Alcohol Drugs: For Parents, Teachers, and Other Concerned Adults
by David J. Wilmes, Cyril A. Reilly
This book offers lessons in things such as self-confidence, self-reliance, and effective communication, with the idea of helping parents raise well-balanced kids who will be able to resist peer pressure and win acceptance.
Ten Talks Parents Must Have With Their Children About
Drugs & Choices
by Dominic Cappello and Xenia G. Becher, MSW, CSW
”Ten Talks” offers innovative methods designed to get families talking about legal and illegal drugs, offering information on such topics as: why people turn to drugs, how to find help, how to deal with stress, emotional issues, addiction, recovery, family rules, school rules and the law. The book includes illustrated activities for kids; strategies to anticipate a child’s reactions and ways to deal with a variety of responses. Written for use with children from five years old through the teenage years.
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