LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Meet a teen using his love of science to help others.

HEALTH ED STANDARDS

CASEL COMPETENCY: Self-Management

NHES: 8: Advocate to promote health and well-being of self and others. 

KEY VOCAB

persistence

detected

clinical trials

empathy

Lesson Plan: Washing Away Cancer

Heman, 16, invented a bar of soap that can heal damaged skin.

PREPARING TO READ

Before you read the article “Washing Away Cancer,” ask your students the following essential question:

How has Heman learned to overcome challenges?

READING AND DISCUSSION

  • Have your students read the article; read the article out loud to them; or have students partner-read the article out loud. Then revisit the essential question. Have their answers changed?

BUILDING COMPREHENSION

Check students’ comprehension and engagement with the story by using the comprehension quiz, critical-thinking questions, vocab review, and reflection prompt.

EXTENSION ACTIVITY

Continue the learning journey with the following activity:

Do online research on young inventors, and choose one who stands out. Then create a visual presentation showcasing their contributions to society.

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