Alcohol - Our Social Drug

Subject: Health Education
Level: Secondary
Age Group: 11 - 14
Order Number: 3042

This resource contains a 20 minute Australian film and a 22-page photocopiable booklet with information and exercises for the whole ability range. It is mainly intended for use in PSHE lessons.

The film provides clear information on the effects of alcohol, the reasons people drink it and features interviews with young people and advisers. It is fronted by a young presenter and encourages young people to be informed about alcohol, to be aware of its effects and to encourage each individual to make rational and informed decisions about it. In the booklet there are suggestions as to how to follow up the film in the form of a variety of exercises for use in small groups or whole classes. These include a wordsearch, cloze, matching pairs and true and false tasks - all with answers - plus the design and execution of a survey on alcohol. The booklet also contains a series of information sheets that can be used as classroom posters or to stimulate discussion and work in the classroom. These sheets contain information about the effects of alcohol, explain the concept of the 'standard drink' and explore the reasons why young people use alcohol. They also contain some basic facts about alcohol as well as an outline of the legal situation in the UK. Teachers have complete flexibility in using them to suit particular classes and age groups as all the sheets are photocopiable.

The film and booklet are suitable for ages 13 to 18 and are suitable for all abilities.

Need more than one video or DVD?

We can licence you to make up to five copies for use within your school or college.