Original PromptPlease create all of this exactly the way that it is into a worksheet Do Now (Opening Activity – 5 Minutes) Name: ___________________________ Date: ____________ 🧠 Do Now: Fact or Fiction? Directions: Read each statement below. Decide if you think it is TRUE or FALSE. Be ready to explain your thinking. Statement True or False? Why do you think this? 1. Drinking water is important for your body to work properly. ☐ True ☐ False __________________________ 2. If something is posted online, it must b...
This lesson focuses on evaluating health-related claims by distinguishing between facts and myths. Students will learn to critically analyze various statements regarding health to determine their validity. Activities include identifying and explaining the reasoning behind claims like the safety of 'natural' labels, the harmlessness of vaping, and the importance of mental health. The lesson encourages reflection on personal uncertainties about health topics, as well as practical strategies for assessing the reliability of health sources. Students will also engage in synthesis activities to consolidate their understanding of health myths and develop critical thinking skills about health information.