REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH

Making Connections: Identifying the Links Between Body Image and Sexual Health

Source: ETR ReCAPP Website

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school) and IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: Not specified, (varies according to group size)

Date Published: 2001

Summary: Through small group work, discussion and brainstorming, participants discuss the connection between negative body image and risky sexual behavior.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.etr.org/recapp/freebies/freebie200111.htm



Sex and Alcohol: A Risky Mix

Source: ETR ReCAPP Website

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15-18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 50 to 60 minutes

Date Published: 2000

Summary: This lesson aims to explore issues of mixing sex and alcohol. Students read short case studies and brainstorm responses to why the characters in the story made the choices they did. After completing this activity, high school students will be able to identify reasons why people use alcohol, negative things that can happen as a result of mixing sex and alcohol, and ways to reduce risk and harm if mixing sex and alcohol.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.etr.org/recapp/freebies/freebie200011.htm



Sex, Drugs, and Alcohol

Source: teenwire, Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Target Audience: ages 13 and up (Level III, early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school and IV, adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 1 hour (depending on number of participants)

Date Published: 2003

Summary: This lesson relies heavily on skits and group work to make teens aware of the dangers involved in mixing sex with alcohol and other drugs.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.teenwire.com/education/activity-001.pdf



Scavenger Hunt: What's New in Contraception and Reproductive Health

Source: ETR ReCAPP Website

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15-18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: Total Class time is 75 minutes (Part 1: 15 minutes in class, Part 2: 60 to 120 minutes out of class, Part 3: 60 minutes in class)

Date Published: 2001

Summary: This three part lesson is designed to help participants identify resources for current reproductive health information. Students are assigned a contraceptive or reproductive health topic to research and then identify three types of information resources: community-based organizations, toll free numbers, and websites. A list of suggested topics is provided and can be easily adapted.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.etr.org/recapp/freebies/freebie200105.htm



How to Communicate With Your Health Provider

Source: teenwire, Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Target Audience: ages 13 and up (Level III, early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school and IV, adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 40 to 60 minutes

Date Published: 2006

Summary: This lesson is designed to give teens the tools they need to effectively communicate their health needs to their health care provider.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.teenwire.com/education/activity-017.pdf

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CONTRACEPTION

Birth Control: Deciding

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school; grades 7-8)

Duration of Lesson: 50 minutes

Date Published: 8/06

Summary: This lesson covers the basic facts about 17 methods of birth control. An optional family homework assignment is included.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades7-8/G78-L14.pdf

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash


HIV/AIDS: Rights and Responsibilities

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school; grades 7-8)

Duration of Lesson: 50 minutes

Date Published: 9/02

Summary: The lesson gives students the opportunity to apply knowledge, solve problems, and identify feelings around the issue of HIV by responding to hypothetical situations. Students also learn about correct condom use. An optional family homework assignment is included.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades7-8/G78-L24.pdf

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash

Contraception, Day 2: A Closer Look

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school; grades 9-10)

Duration of Lesson: 50 minutes

Date Published: 8/05

Summary: This lesson provides information about side effects, health benefits, and health risks of birth control methods.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades9-10/G910-L21.pdf

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash


Contraception, Day 3: What’s the Best Method?

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school; grades 9-10)

Duration of Lesson: one class period

Date Published: 8/05

Summary: This lesson explores decision-making with regards to birth control, including the impact of ethical and emotional issues. Students practice applying factors such as effectiveness, safety, cost, emotions and ethics to hypothetical decision-making scenarios.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades9-10/G910-L22.pdf

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash

Contraception, Day 4: Communication

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school; grades 9-10)

Duration of Lesson: One class period

Date Published: 8/05

Summary: In this lesson, students write and act out role plays demonstrating assertive communication regarding contraception between a parent/child, doctor/patient, customer/clerk, or partner/partner. An optional family homework assignment is included.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades9-10/G910-L23.pdf

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash

Emergency Contraceptive Pills, Day 5: Contraception 911

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school; grades 9-10)

Duration of Lesson: 45 to 90 minutes

Date Published: 8/05

Summary: This lesson provides information about emergency contraception including myths and facts, advantages and disadvantages, and availability. An optional family homework assignment is included.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades9-10/G910-23a.pdf

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash

Contraception, Individuals & Society

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school; grades 11 and 12 and college/university)

Duration of Lesson: One class period

Date Published: 8/05

Summary: This lesson, which assumes basic knowledge about birth control methods, provides students with the opportunity to articulate opinions (his/her own as well as those of others) about ethical issues surrounding contraception and recognize that others (even others who are thoughtful, well-meaning individuals) may hold differing opinions. An optional family homework assignment is included.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades11-12/G1112-L12.pdf

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash

Contraceptive Options

Source: ETR RECAPP Website

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15-18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 1 hour 20 minutes (Part I, 30 minutes; Part II, 50 minutes)

Date Published: 2002

Summary: This learning activity is designed to help youth understand the risks of unprotected sex and learn about contraceptive options. In Part I of the lesson, participants read and discuss a scenario about a sexually active couple; in Part II they learn about methods of birth control.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.etr.org/recapp/freebies/LrngAct200210.htm



Contraception Commercials

Source: Advocates for Youth

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15-18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 40 to 50 minutes

Date Published: Undated

Summary: In this interactive lesson, students form teams to create commercials for various methods of nonprescription contraceptive methods.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.advocatesforyouth.org/lessonplans/contraceptcommerc.htm



Birth Control

Source: teenwire, Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Target Audience: ages 13 and up (Level III, early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school and IV, adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 45 to 60 minutes

Date Published: 2004

Summary: In this lesson, participants learn about different methods of birth control by developing posters and commercials.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.teenwire.com/education/activity-010.pdf



Pregnancy Myths

Source: teenwire, Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Target Audience: ages 13 and up (Level III, early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school and IV, adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 45 to 60 minutes

Date Published: 2004

Summary: This activity uses actual questions submitted by young people to the teenwire website to help participants learn about when and how pregnancy can happen and contraceptive options.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.teenwire.com/education/activity-006.pdf



Facts about Emergency Contraception – True or False

Source: Advocates for Youth

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15-18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 50 minutes

Date Published: Undated

Summary: The purpose of this lesson is to educate youth about the existence, safety, and effectiveness of emergency contraception and help them increase awareness of and access to emergency contraception in their community.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.advocatesforyouth.org/lessonplans/ec1.htm



Emergency Contraception: Five Good Reasons to Use it for Emergencies Only

Source: ETR ReCAPP Website

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15-18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: Not specified

Date Published: 2000

Summary: In this lesson facilitators provide youth with information on emergency contraception (EC,) and why using a method of birth control is preferred over relying on emergency contraception alone.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.etr.org/recapp/freebies/freebie200001.htm



The Board Meeting

Source: ETR ReCAPP Website

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18, high school)

Duration of Lesson: 60 to 75 minutes (can be broken up into 2 sessions)

Date Published: 2001

Summary: In this lesson, students are asked to role play a mock Board of Directors meeting where they debate about whether or not an organization’s education program should provide information on contraceptives to 15-18 year old students.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.etr.org/recapp/freebies/freebie200104.htm



Condom Wise

Source: ETR ReCAPP Website

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school) and IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 35 to 40 minutes

Date Published: 2001

Summary: Participants engage in a variety of activities including discussing whether a case study couple should or should not use condoms and a forced choice activity and large group discussion to address condom use and STD and HIV/AIDS prevention.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.etr.org/recapp/freebies/freebie200102.htm



How Do I Rate? -A Personalization Activity

Source: ETR ReCAPP Website

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15-18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 5 to 10 minutes

Date Published: 1999

Summary: This short activity is designed to help students privately identify their pregnancy risk-taking behaviors, reflect on their comfort level with their risks of pregnancy, and identify what they can do to reduce their risk-taking behavior using a self-assessment inventory.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.etr.org/recapp/freebies/freebie0899.htm



Scavenger Hunt: What's New in Contraception and Reproductive Health

Source: ETR ReCAPP Website

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15-18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: Total Class time is 75 minutes (Part 1: 15 minutes in class, Part 2: 60 to 120 minutes out of class, Part 3: 60 minutes in class)

Date Published: 2001

Summary: This three part lesson is designed to help participants identify resources for current reproductive health information. Students are assigned a contraceptive or reproductive health topic to research and then identify three types of information resources: community-based organizations, toll free numbers, and websites. A list of suggested topics is provided and can be easily adapted.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.etr.org/recapp/freebies/freebie200105.htm

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PREGNANCY AND PRENATAL CARE

Pregnancy Myths

Source: teenwire, Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Target Audience: ages 13 and up (Level III, early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school and IV, adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 45 to 60 minutes

Date Published: 2004

Summary: This activity uses actual questions submitted by young people to the teenwire website to help participants learn about when and how pregnancy can happen and contraceptive options.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.teenwire.com/education/activity-006.pdf



I’m Pregnant, Now What?

Source: teenwire, Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Target Audience: ages 13 and up (Level III, early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school and IV, adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 40 to 60 minutes

Date Published: 2006

Summary: This lesson is designed to help participants identify issues that are raised when facing decisions about an unplanned pregnancy and to raise awareness about the options that women have when faced with an unplanned pregnancy.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.teenwire.com/education/activity-016.pdf


Pregnancy, Day 1

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level II (preadolescence, ages 9 through 12 years; upper elementary school; grades 4-6)

Duration of Lesson: 50 to 60 minutes

Date Published: 11/05

Summary: This lesson educates students on normal pregnancy and birth and basic prenatal development.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades4-5-6/G456-L13.pdf

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash

Pregnancy, Day 2

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level II (preadolescence, ages 9 through 12 years; upper elementary school; grades 4-6)

Duration of Lesson: 40 to 50 minutes

Date Published: 11/05

Summary: This lesson focuses on educating students about the importance of prenatal care and healthy behaviors for pregnant women. It also addresses miscarriage, premature birth, and birth defects.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades4-5-6/G456-L14.pdf

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash

Pregnancy

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school; grades 7-8)

Duration of Lesson: Two class periods

Date Published: 3/06

Summary: This lesson focuses on the myths and facts of conception and pregnancy and addresses prenatal development. An optional family homework assignment is included.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades7-8/G78-L8-9.pdf

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash

Unplanned Pregnancy

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school; grades 9-10)

Duration of Lesson: One class period

Date Published: 8/05

Summary: In this lesson students distinguish among the legal and illegal alternatives a person has when facing an unplanned pregnancy and discuss reasons why individuals choose different options. An optional family homework assignment is included.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades9-10/G910-L19.pdf

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash

Contraception, Day 1: Overview

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school; grades 9-10)

Duration of Lesson: One class period

Date Published: 8/05

Summary: This lesson provides information on seventeen methods of birth control including the mechanism of action, effectiveness, and correct use.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades9-10/G910-L20.pdf

To view all F.L.A.S.H. lessons, click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash

Pregnancy Options & Society

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school; grades 11 and 12 and college/university)

Duration of Lesson: One class period

Date Published: 8/05

Summary: This lesson provides students with the opportunity to recognize that there are a range of opinions regarding pregnancy options and articulate his/her own opinion about the ethical issues surrounding abortion, adoption, and parenting.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades11-12/G1112-L11.pdf

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash

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ABORTION

I’m Pregnant, Now What?

Source: teenwire, Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Target Audience: ages 13 and up (Level III, early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school and IV, adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 40 to 60 minutes

Date Published: 2006

Summary: This lesson is designed to help participants identify issues that are raised when facing decisions about an unplanned pregnancy and to raise awareness about the options that women have when faced with an unplanned pregnancy.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.teenwire.com/education/activity-016.pdf

Unplanned Pregnancy: Abortion

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school; grades 11 and 12 and college/university)

Duration of Lesson: One class period

Date Published: 8/05

Summary: This lesson addresses issues related to abortion including: definitions of spontaneous and induced, surgical and medical, legal and illegal abortions; and discussion of medical and legal facts and myths, feelings, and values regarding abortion. An optional family homework assignment is included.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades11-12/G1112-L8.pdf

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash

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SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES

Teaching About Sexually Transmitted Infections

Source: ETR ReCAPP Website

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school) and IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 50 to 60 minutes

Date Published: 2000

Summary: This lesson is designed to provide students with basic information about sexually transmitted diseases/infections (STD) including transmission, symptoms, testing, treatment, and prevention. Students work in small groups to develop a poster that provides basic information about an STD.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.etr.org/recapp/freebies/freebie200008.htm



The 411 on HPV

Source: teenwire, Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Target Audience: ages 13 and up (Level III, early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school and IV, adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 45 to 60 minutes

Date Published: Undated

Summary: This lesson addresses misconceptions and clarifies facts about the human papilloma virus (HPV), including the association of HPV with cervical cancer, the importance of regular Pap tests, and the effects of HPV in men and women.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.teenwire.com/education/activity-019.pdf



Condom Wise

Source: ETR ReCAPP Website

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school) and IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 35 to 40 minutes

Date Published: 2001

Summary: Participants engage in a variety of activities including discussing whether a case study couple should or should not use condoms and a forced choice activity and large group discussion to address condom use and STD and HIV/AIDS prevention.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.etr.org/recapp/freebies/freebie200102.htm



The Truth about Infections

Source: Teenwire, Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Target Audience: ages 13 and up (Level III, early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school and IV, adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 45 to 60 minutes

Date Published: 2005

Summary: Using actual questions submitted by young people to the teenwire website, this activity is designed to address common myths about transmission and testing of sexually transmitted diseases/infections. The activity is not designed to discuss the specific types of sexually transmitted infections, their symptoms, or their treatment.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.teenwire.com/education/activity-002.pdf



STI Review

Source: Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Target Audience: ages 13 and up (Level III, early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school and IV, adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Topic: Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Duration of Lesson: 10 minutes

Date Published: 2006

Summary: This short activity should be done after a lesson on sexually transmitted diseases/infections (STD) and is designed to help participants review the signs, symptoms, and treatments of common STDs through an interactive game.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.plannedparenthood.org/educational-resources/teaching-materials/sti-review.htm



Spider Web

Source: Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Target Audience: ages 13 and up (Level III, early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school and IV, adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 40 minutes

Date Published: 2006

Summary: This activity is designed to personalize the risk of STD/STIs including HIV/AIDS and provide a visual representation of the possibility of transmission, particularly of HIV.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.plannedparenthood.org/educational-resources/teaching-materials/spider-web.htm



The M&M Game

Source: Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Target Audience: Level IV, adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school

Duration of Lesson: 15 to 45 minutes, depending on length of post-activity discussion

Date Published: 2006

Summary: This activity is designed to use as an icebreaker for a lesson on sexually transmitted diseases/infections and HIV/AIDS. Upon completion, participants should be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the definition of "sexual contact," modes of transmission, risk factors and risk reduction, and the differences between bacterial and viral infections.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.plannedparenthood.org/educational-resources/teaching-materials/the-mandm-game.htm

Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school; grades 7-8)

Duration of Lesson: one to two class periods

Date Published: 5/06

Summary: This lesson focuses on educating students about sexually transmitted diseases including causes, symptoms, testing, treatment, and prevention.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades7-8/G78-L4.pdf

To view all F.L.A.S.H. lessons, click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash

Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school; grades 7-8)

Duration of Lesson: One class period

Date Published: 5/06

Summary: This lesson uses role-play and skits to get students thinking about and practicing ways of communicating to partners, health care providers, and parents about STDs. An optional family homework assignment is included.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades7-8/G78-L5.pdf

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash

Sexually Transmissible Disease (STDs) Day 1: Overview

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school; grades 9-10)

Duration of Lesson: One class period

Date Published: 6/06

Summary: This lesson provides students with a broad overview of sexually transmitted diseases including symptoms, modes of transmission, and treatment options.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades9-10/G910-L24.pdf

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash

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HIV AND AIDS

Condom Wise

Source: ETR ReCAPP Website

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school) and IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 35 to 40 minutes

Date Published: 2001

Summary: Participants engage in a variety of activities including discussing whether a case study couple should or should not use condoms and a forced choice activity and large group discussion to address condom use and STD and HIV/AIDS prevention.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.etr.org/recapp/freebies/freebie200102.htm



Spider Web

Source: Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Target Audience: ages 13 and up (Level III, early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school and IV, adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 40 minutes

Date Published: 2006

Summary: This activity is designed to personalize the risk of STD/STIs including HIV/AIDS and provide a visual representation of the possibility of transmission, particularly of HIV.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.plannedparenthood.org/educational-resources/teaching-materials/spider-web.htm



The M&M Game

Source: Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Target Audience: Level IV, adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school

Duration of Lesson: 15 to 45 minutes, depending on length of post-activity discussion

Date Published: 2006

Summary: This activity is designed to use as an icebreaker for a lesson on sexually transmitted diseases/infections and HIV/AIDS. Upon completion, participants should be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the definition of "sexual contact," modes of transmission, risk factors and risk reduction, and the differences between bacterial and viral infections.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.plannedparenthood.org/educational-resources/teaching-materials/the-mandm-game.htm



Myths and Stereotypes Regarding Persons Infected with HIV

Source: Positive Prevention Series: HIV/STD Prevention Education for America’s Youth

Target Audience: Level IV, adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school

Duration of Lesson: 45 to 60 minutes

Date Published: 2006

Summary: This lesson is designed to help participants identify myths and stereotypes regarding persons with HIV/AIDS, describe the impact of HIV/AIDS on an individual and family, and express compassion for those with disabilities or illnesses, including those infected with HIV/AIDS.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.positiveprevention.com/LvlA-Nat-Lssn1.pdf



Knowing Your Risk For HIV/AIDS

Source: United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school) and IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Topic: HIV/AIDS

Duration of Lesson: 40 minutes

Date Published: Not specified

Summary: This lesson, the first in a series of five focused on voluntary counseling and testing for HIV, is designed to teach participants the basics about how HIV is transmitted and how to be able to accurately perceive one’s own risk for HIV infection.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.unicef.org/lifeskills/files/1.KnowingYourRisk.doc



What is Voluntary Counseling and Testing?

Source: United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school) and IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 60 minutes

Date Published: Not specified

Summary: Module 2: This lesson, the second in a series of five focused on voluntary counseling and testing for HIV, is designed to help participants understand the process of voluntary counseling and testing to determine HIV status.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.unicef.org/lifeskills/files/2.WhatIsVCT.doc



VCT in my ViCiniTy

Source: United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school) and IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 30 minutes plus a homework assignment

Date Published: Not specified

Summary: This lesson, the third in a series of five focused on voluntary counseling and testing for HIV, is designed to raise participants’ awareness of how and where to obtain voluntary counseling and testing services in their local community.

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http://www.unicef.org/lifeskills/files/3.LocalVCT.doc



Is VCT for Me?

Source: United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school) and IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 40 minutes

Date Published: Not specified

Summary: This lesson, the fourth in a series of five focused on voluntary counseling and testing for HIV, is designed to raise participants’ awareness of the advantages and disadvantages of HIV testing and learn to make informed decisions about seeking voluntary counseling and testing.

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http://www.unicef.org/lifeskills/files/4.IsVCTForMe.doc



Deciding Whether to Get Tested for HIV

Source: United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school) and IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 45 minutes

Date Published: Not specified

Summary: This lesson, the fifth in a series of five focused on voluntary counseling and testing for HIV, is designed to help participants consider the possible consequences of HIV testing and learn to make informed decisions about seeking voluntary counseling and testing.

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http://www.unicef.org/lifeskills/files/5.DecidingToGetTested.doc

HIV/AIDS: Basic Facts

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school; grades 7-8)

Duration of Lesson: 50 minutes

Date Published: 9/02

Summary: This lesson covers the basic facts of HIV/AIDS.

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades7-8/G78-L21.pdf

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HIV/AIDS: Influence of Alcohol and Other Drugs

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school; grades 7-8)

Duration of Lesson: 50 minutes

Date Published: 9/02

Summary: This lesson helps students understand the physical and emotional effects of alcohol and other drugs on the body. Emphasis is placed on recognizing how drugs/alcohol can impair a person’s ability to make decisions, putting them at increased risk for HIV. The lesson also addresses how advertising promotes alcohol use as a way to meet social and emotional needs and suggests alternatives for meeting those needs. An optional family homework assignment is included.

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades7-8/G78-L22.pdf

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HIV/AIDS: Understanding Risk Behaviors

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school; grades 7-8)

Duration of Lesson: 50 minutes

Date Published: 9/02

Summary: This lesson quickly reviews the basic facts of HIV/AIDS and goes on to focus on behaviors that put people at risk of HIV infection.

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades7-8/G78-L23.pdf

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HIV/AIDS: Rights and Responsibilities

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school; grades 7-8)

Duration of Lesson: 50 minutes

Date Published: 9/02

Summary: The lesson gives students the opportunity to apply knowledge, solve problems, and identify feelings around the issue of HIV by responding to hypothetical situations. Students also learn about correct condom use. An optional family homework assignment is included.

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades7-8/G78-L24.pdf

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Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs), Day 2: HIV/AIDS--Understanding the Disease

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school; grades 9-10)

Duration of Lesson: One to two class periods

Date Published: 6/06

Summary: This lesson provides information about HIV/AIDS including basic definitions, transmission, and prevention.

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades9-10/G910-L25.pdf

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Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs), Day 3: HIV/AIDS—Its Impact on People

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school; grades 9-10)

Duration of Lesson: One class period

Date Published: 6/06

Summary: This lesson is designed to personalize and “make real” HIV/AIDS. Discussion and activities address individual risk, denial, and the importance of maintaining/adopting healthy behaviors. The lesson uses a video entitled Blood Lines (ordering information included in lesson).

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades9-10/G910-L26.pdf

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SEXUAL ABUSE, ASSAULT, VIOLENCE
AND HARASSMENT

Helping A Friend Who has Been Sexually Abused

Source: ETR ReCAPP Website (Adapted from: A Teaching Guide to Preventing
Adolescent Sexual Abuse, ETR Network Publications, 1988)

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school) and IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 25 minutes

Date Published: 2000

Summary: Using case study, brainstorm, small group work and discussion methodologies, students learn basic facts about sexual abuse, read "A Friend's Dilemma" case study, and write down ways they might help this friend. Students discuss their responses in small groups, and make a list of guidelines for helping a friend.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.etr.org/recapp/freebies/freebie200005.htm



Changing Social Norms – “What Will She Do/What Will He Do?”

Source: ETR ReCAPP Website

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school) and IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 40 Minutes

Date Published: 2004

Summary: This lesson uses hypothetical scenarios to help young people learn about and practice making good decisions and recognize that mistaken beliefs about what peers are thinking/doing can affect decision-making. The scenarios provided focus on sexual decision-making and sexual harassment.

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http://www.etr.org/recapp/freebies/LrngAct200404.htm



What’s Your Advice? Adult Male – Teen Female Relationships

Source: ETR ReCAPP Website

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school) and IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: Not indicated

Date Published: 2004

Summary: This lesson engages students in a variety of activities designed to help them evaluate and give advice about romantic and sexual relationships between teen females and adult men.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.etr.org/recapp/freebies/LrngAct200405.htm



When Is It OK?

Source: ETR ReCAPP Website

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15-18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 55 to 60 minutes

Date Published: 2000

Summary: This lesson is designed to help teens learn about sexual assault and rape and identify ways to reduce the risk of being raped or raping someone.

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http://www.etr.org/recapp/freebies/freebie200009.htm



The Real Deal about Acquaintance Rape and Sexual Assault

Source: teenwire, Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Target Audience: ages 13 and up (Level III, early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school and IV, adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 40-60 minutes

Date Published: 2006

Summary: This lesson is designed to make young people aware of the issues surrounding sexual assault. Participants discuss consent, rape and sexual assault, decision-making, and the role of alcohol and other drugs.

To view this lesson click here:
http://www.teenwire.com/education/activity-018.pdf



Sex, Drugs, and Alcohol

Source: teenwire, Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Target Audience: ages 13 and up (Level III, early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school and IV, adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school)

Duration of Lesson: 1 hour (depending on number of participants)

Date Published: 2003

Summary: This lesson relies heavily on skits and group work to make teens aware of the dangers involved in mixing sex with alcohol and other drugs.

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http://www.teenwire.com/education/activity-001.pdf

Sexual Exploitation, Day 1

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level II (preadolescence, ages 9 through 12 years; upper elementary school; grades 4-6)

Duration of Lesson: 35 to 45 minutes

Date Published: 11/05

Summary: This lesson focuses on helping young people understand sexual abuse and sexual exploitation; learn the difference between safe, unsafe, healthy, unhealthy, unfair, and confusing touch; and describe ways to get out of an exploitative situation.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades4-5-6/G456-L7.pdf

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Sexual Exploitation, Day 2

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level II (preadolescence, ages 9 through 12 years; upper elementary school; grades 4-6)

Duration of Lesson: 25-35 minutes

Date Published: 11/05

Summary: This lesson discusses the reasons why a young person might report having been sexually exploited and who they could tell and explores ways to help a friend who has been sexually exploited.

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades4-5-6/G456-L8.pdf

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Communication 5: Defending Your Rights

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level III (early adolescence, ages 12 through 15; middle school/junior high school; grades 7-8)

Duration of Lesson: one class period

Date Published: 3/06

Summary: This lesson is designed to help students practice ways of defending themselves from unwanted physical and/or verbal interactions. Students are encouraged to formulate an assertive defense, protect him/herself as aggressively as necessary, and not over-react with hostility when it isn’t necessary. An optional family homework assignment is included.

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades7-8/G78-L20.pdf

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Sexual Exploitation, Day 2: Consent vs. Exploitation

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school; grades 9-10)

Duration of Lesson: One class period

Date Published: 6/06

Summary: This lesson examines the difference between consenting and exploitive touch and discusses forced and/or coerced sexual intercourse, rape, and acquaintance rape. An optional family homework assignment is included.

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades9-10/G910-L10.pdf

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Sexual Exploitation, Day 3: Continuum of Sexual Touch

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school; grades 9-10)

Duration of Lesson: One class period

Date Published: 6/06

Summary: This lesson introduces the concept of a continuum of sexual touch which includes: mutually consenting, persuasion and consent, sex under pressure, sexual assault short of rape, and rape. The lesson reinforces that all exploitive touch is wrong and that sexual assault is illegal.

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www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades9-10/G910-L11.pdf

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Sexual Exploitation, Day 4: Assault Strategies

Source: Family Life and Sexual Health (F.L.A.S.H.) curriculum, Public Health – Seattle & King County

Target Audience: Level IV (adolescence, ages 15 through 18; high school; grades 9-10)

Duration of Lesson: One class period

Date Published: 6/06

Summary: This lesson gives students the opportunity to learn ways to reduce the risk of sexual assault; list things a survivor or the friend of a survivor can do, after an assault, to help with recovery; and recognize the value of getting medical care after a sexual assault, reporting the crime, and seeking professional counseling.

To view this lesson click here:
www.metrokc.gov/health/famplan/flash/grades9-10/G910-L12.pdf

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