3.HEALTH.18
Demonstrate refusal skills related to alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs using assertive communication.
Grade 3 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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refusal skillsalcoholtobaccoother drugsassertive communication
Skills
- demonstrate (refusal skills) #dok2
- apply (assertive communication in refusal situations) #dok3
- respond (to offers of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs) #dok2
- distinguish (effective vs. ineffective refusal strategies) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can define what refusal skills are. #dok1
- I can recognize situations where refusal skills are needed. #dok1
- I can demonstrate refusal skills when offered alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs. #dok2
- I can respond appropriately when pressured to use substances. #dok2
- I can explain how assertive communication helps me say no to alcohol, tobacco, or drugs. #dok2
- I can apply assertive communication strategies in role-play situations where I need to refuse substances. #dok3
- I can distinguish between effective and ineffective ways to refuse alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Using refusal skills and assertive communication can help students make healthy decisions and resist peer pressure regarding alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.
- Assertive communication empowers students to confidently and respectfully say no, maintaining their safety and well-being.
Essential Questions
- What are refusal skills, and why are they important when faced with peer pressure?
- How can assertive communication help you say no to alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs?
- What situations might require you to use refusal skills?
- What are some effective ways to refuse substances without harming your relationships?
- How can you tell the difference between assertive, passive, and aggressive responses?