This week, we reviewed our talk time homework (I know what a drug is) by discussing the topic as a class.
We began by sharing what we’d discussed at home with our partners. It was great to see that so many of us had clearly had a really useful, informative and important discussion with an adult at home. Those of us that had made notes in our homework books were able to contribute best. Then, we summarised our discussions as a table group.
After some reflection, we discussed some really important points as a class:
- Drugs can be illegal or legal.
- Some drugs make us better – medicines.
- Some ‘bad’ or illegal drugs can also be prescribed by a doctor (for example, cannabis).
- Even ‘good’ drugs (medicines) can be harmful to us if we take too many or take them when we don’t have a medical need.
- If we were to come across drugs or drug paraphernalia we should not touch it. We should leave them and alert an adult.
- If we feel pressured to do something, we should be confident that we can say no. We should also speak to someone we trust if we’re unsure.