Teens for Safe Cosmetics

Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Subject Area

Health Education

Grade(s)

6, 7

Overview

In this video adapted from Earth Island Institute's New Leaders Initiative, meet Jessica, a high school student and leader for Teens for Safe Cosmetics. Learn about toxic chemicals in cosmetics and how the industry has been unregulated in the United States.

Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 6

HE19.6.2.1

Examine how family and peers influence the health of adolescents.

Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 6

HE19.6.3.1

Analyze the validity of a variety of Internet sources for health information.

Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 6

HE19.6.3.2

Determine the accessibility of reliable resources, personnel, and services that enhance health.

Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 6

HE19.6.8.2

Identify ways by which health messages can be altered to appeal to different audiences.

Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 7

HE19.7.2.3

Describe how the media can send mixed messages about health.

Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 7

HE19.7.2.4

Explain how school and public health policies can influence health promotion and disease prevention.

Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 7

HE19.7.3.2

Demonstrate the ability to locate valid school and community health resources.

CR Resource Type

Audio/Video

Resource Provider

PBS

License Type

CUSTOM

Accessibility

Video resources: includes closed captioning or subtitles
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