K–6Wellness
Substance Awareness
Make informed decisions
Elsa
OtisBefore you start
- Age band
- K–6
- Time
- 15–30 minutes
- Quest type
- Hanging Out
- Guardian
- Sylvia · Utah
- Materials needed
- Research Notebook
- Highlighters and Colored Pens
- Chasing the Scream by Johann Hari
Why this skill rocks
Learn how to make smart choices for your body and mind, so you can always stay healthy and strong. It's about being super smart about yourself!
2034Where this could take you
You'll be making wise decisions for yourself and inspiring others to live healthy lives, perhaps even helping to organize wellness programs for Olympic athletes.
What You'll Need
Optional materials for this quest.
Research Notebook
RequiredA dedicated notebook keeps your comparison charts, research notes, and reflection writing organized in one place. Separating this quest from your school binder helps you take it seriously on its own terms.
Highlighters and Colored Pens
RequiredColor-coding your comparison charts by substance or effect type makes patterns jump out instantly. Makes studying more visual and actually easier to remember.
Chasing the Scream by Johann Hari
A deeply researched, human-centered look at addiction, drug policy, and recovery from a journalist who spent years interviewing scientists, users, and policymakers. Challenging and eye-opening for advanced readers.