My BodyBoard Dangers of Smoking Magnet Pack

The My BodyBoard Dangers of Smoking Magnet Pack is an educational tool for shedding light on the health effects of smoking. The pack is designed to be used with the My BodyBoard Board and includes a full lesson plan, alongside 36 picture magnets and 30 textual magnets to make learning about sensitive topics fun.

What's Included?

The Dangers of Smoking Magnet Pack includes:

• 36 x picture-based magnets
• 30 x textual magnets
• 1 x Full lesson plan
• 1 x Pop lock folder

Please note that this Magnet Pack does not include a board. The My BodyBoard and Magnet Pack can be purchased together in the Dangers of Smoking Teaching Bundle.

Who Is the Dangers of Smoking Kit Suitable For?

The Dangers of Smoking Educational Kit is appropriate for children of all ages, as many children witness their parents or relatives smoking from a young age so it can be useful for educating on the dangers of this and can often be a preventative measure. For older children, the Teaching Bundle can sway students away from picking up the habit as they are educated on the long-term impact on health.

Key Features

• Interactive display for use in the classroom
• Educates students about the dangers of smoking
• Useful at home or in the classroom
• For use with the My BodyBoard Board
• Ideal for the PSHE curriculum
• Includes over 30 different magnetic pictures
• Can be used as a learning tool or display
• The My BodyBoard and magnets can be purchased as a bundle

What Smoking-Related Topics does the Pack Cover?

The My BodyBoard Dangers of Smoking Magnets include over 60 different textual and image-based magnets to educate about the dangers of smoking through several topics, including:

Impact on the Body

• Healthy/diseased lung: Magnets depicting a healthy lung versus a 'tarred' lung
• Blocked arteries: Carbon monoxide makes arteries sticky, which can cause plaque to build up
• Yellow fingers/skin: Smoking can cause yellowed skin, this targets students' vanity
• Osteoporosis: Smoking is a risk factor in weakening bones and making them more likely to break
• Wrinkles: Smoking can speed up ageing and cause wrinkles
• Damaging teeth: Smoking can lead to gum disease, tooth loss, staining and even mouth cancer
• Cancer and death: Annually in the UK, approximately 90,000 people die from a smoking-related illness

Different Scenes and Scenarios

• Peer pressure scene: Students may face peer pressure from their friends to smoke
• Addiction scene: Addiction is unhealthy, no matter the situation and smoking is no different
• Litter scene: Studies show that nearly 50% of all city street litter is from cigarettes
• Blind scenario: Macular degeneration can be caused or made worse by smoking cigarettes

How Can the Magnets and My BodyBoard Be Used?

The My BodyBoard is a versatile and invaluable learning tool for primary and secondary schools, and can even be used within the home! The board's large and colourful design means it can be used as an eye-catching display focusing on topics such as emotional health, physical health, mood or relationships.

Teachers and parents can use the board as an engaging way for children to effectively communicate their emotions in a fun and interactive way. This can take the pressure off any heavy conversations about emotions which many children can find difficult.

What Lessons Can the My BodyBoard Magnets Be Used In?

The My BodyBoard is a useful tool in Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) education. PSHE education is designed to assist students in developing to the fullest extent as healthy individuals by educating them about the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare them for life. The board is an indispensable way to educate on such matters in an innovative and imaginative approach.

Can I Purchase the Board and Magnets Together?

The BodyBoard and Dangers of Smoking Magnets can be purchased separately or as a bundle. This allows the magnets to be used on more than one board or for the magnets to be replaced if lost.