Peer pressure is a powerful force, especially for young students who are still figuring out their identity. This WebQuest is designed to help
high school students develop a peer pressure awareness campaign aimed at educating younger children (middle school). Through this
project, you will learn about the different types of peer pressure and develop the skills to spread awareness and encourage others to
stand up for themselves.
Your task is to create an engaging and educational awareness campaign about peer pressure for younger children. You will work in
groups to produce materials such as posters, videos, and social media content. The goal is to teach younger students how to recognize
peer pressure, resist it, and support others who might be facing it.
Deliverables include:
Here’s a step-by-step guide to complete the campaign, including helpful links for each task.
Understand Peer Pressure
Begin by researching peer pressure: what it is, its different forms (positive and negative), and its effects on children and teenagers.
Brainstorm Ideas
With your group, brainstorm campaign ideas. Think of slogans and creative approaches to address peer pressure in a way that will resonate with younger students.
Create a Slogan
Your slogan should be catchy and memorable. It should encapsulate the message of your campaign in a few words. Examples might be "Stand Strong Together" or "Be Yourself, Not the Crowd."
Design a Poster or Infographic
Create a visual representation of your campaign using a free tool like Canva or Piktochart. Ensure it’s age-appropriate, informative, and engaging.
Create a Video or Presentation
Record a short 1-2 minute video or make a presentation using Google Slides or PowerPoint. Your video should explain peer pressure in simple terms and offer strategies to resist it.
Group Reflection
Reflect on what you’ve learned from this process and how you can apply these lessons in real life. Share your thoughts with your group and write a short paragraph summarizing your campaign's potential impact.
our project will be graded based on the following criteria:
| Criteria | Points |
|---|---|
| Slogan creativity | 5 pts |
| Quality of poster/infographic | 5 pts |
| Video or presentation | 10 pts |
| Group reflection | 5 pts |
Congratulations! By completing this WebQuest, you’ve developed an important awareness campaign that can help younger children
understand the dangers of peer pressure. You’ve gained insight into how peer pressure can influence behavior, and more importantly,
how to stand up against it. Remember, your voice and actions can make a positive difference in others’ lives.
always remember that:
**References**
Animoto. (n.d.). Video creation tool. https://animoto.com/
Bing. (n.d.). [Image of peer pressure]. https://tse2.mm.bing.net/th?id=OIP.e8SxBBOnWCEC4O2oSiHy8QHaE8&pid=Api&P=0&h=220
Bing. (n.d.). *Image of a cartoon child holding a balloon in a schoolyard.* https://tse3.mm.bing.net/th?id=OIP.QbKU-V4vYPlFLx2PXRWDiwHaGL&pid=Api&P=0&h=220
Bing. (n.d.). *Image of diverse children playing together.* https://tse2.mm.bing.net/th?id=OIP.txXsxrKI48YT0p709i6-0AHaHa&pid=Api&P=0&h=220
Bing. (n.d.). *Image of a group of children studying.* https://tse3.mm.bing.net/th?id=OIP.Ix-pU7MHb2uvyatKUJAZUwHaEK&pid=Api&P=0&h=220
Google. (n.d.). Google Slides [Presentation software]. https://www.google.com/slides/about/
Happening Next. (n.d.). Bullying and peer pressure awareness [Event image]. https://happeningnext.com/event/bullying-and-peer-pressure-awareness-eid3a0978rmtx
MindMup. (n.d.). Mind mapping tool. https://www.mindmup.com/
Peer Mag. (n.d.). Peer pressure. https://peermag.org/articles/peer-pressure/
Piktochart. (n.d.). Infographic maker. https://piktochart.com/
TEDx Talks. (2022, October 10). Peer pressure: Why it seems worse than ever before . YouTube. https://youtu.be/a6_8zBcm7xk?si=QDhMLsaWGAlFtkmE
wikiHow. (n.d.). How to write slogans. https://www.wikihow.com/Write-Slogans
**Meet Your Teacher: Ms. Sana Shmoury**
Hello! I’m Ms. Sana Shmoury, your Psychology teacher, and I’m especially passionate about understanding children’s development. My
goal is to help you explore how young minds grow and learn. In our class, we’ll dive into exciting topics about emotions, behavior, and
how we can all make a positive impact on children’s lives. I believe in making learning fun and interactive, and I can’t wait to share this
journey with you!