Protect the Skin You're In
Protect the Skin You're In
Description:
This lesson is designed for a high school biology, anatomy, or health class to explore the importance of sun safety in relationship to skin cancer prevention. Students will begin with an inquiry based lab regarding sunscreen effectiveness. After analyzing the relationship between lab results and common student practices regarding sun screen use, students will administer and analyze a simple survey to their peers. This lesson will culminate with students developing and implementing a public service campaign designed to increase student use of sunscreen and sun safety awareness. In order for these activities to be most effective, the students should have prior knowledge of skin cancer.
Education Levels:
9, 10, 11, 12
Subject:
Biology, Environmental Health
Resource Type:
Lesson plan
Fee Status:
Free
Online provider:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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