Using a small, empty clear plastic juice container, cotton balls, clay, and cigarette, one can simulate cigarette smoking. Place cotton at the bottom of a flexible plastic juice container. Place clay or playdough over the open mouth of the bottle to seal it. After a few puffs remove and extinguish the cigarette. Have the children examine the cotton balls and discuss the parallels between this activity and smoking.
Older children can help make mirrors for their parents.
Copies of Mirrors may be available for loan from your state PTA office. For more information or to view a brief video clip, please visit the Health and Safety page. Children learn and practice bus safety activities. Your school may already have a copy. Check in your PTA library or with your school administrator.