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The free STEM education materials (grades pre-K through 12) on this site are provided by the institutes and centers within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and NIH grantees, including Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA) recipients. This site is managed by the National Institute of General Medical Science (NIGMS). Please contact us with any questions or comments.

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  •  A cartoon of a person with their eyes closed, breathing in a scent through their nose.

    Journey of Smell to the Brain

    A video that explains how smells travel to the brain as well as how important a sense of smell is toward one’s quality of life.
    The Human Body
  • A blue DNA double helix against a black background, with overlaid text that reads: Genome + Environment = Dance!

    Genome + Environment = Dance!

    A video that explains how environmental factors and personal decisions play a significant role in shaping parts of a person’s identity.
    The Environment and Human Health  Genetics
  • A back view of three students outside with their arms around each other’s shoulders.

    Understanding an Overdose and How to Respond to One

    A lesson plan that focuses on recognizing and responding to a drug overdose.
    Drugs, Alcohol, and Addiction
  • Two students wearing backpacks, walking outside and speaking with each other.

    Understanding Polysubstance Use and How to Make Health-Enhancing Choices

    A lesson plan that teaches students about the risks of polysubstance use.
    Drugs, Alcohol, and Addiction
  • Cover page of the HEAL Activity Kit.

    HEAL (Health. Equity. Art. Learning.)

    Educational materials on cells and viruses and COVID-19 that use the arts to teach children, their families, and communities about health sciences.
    Diseases and Conditions  Molecules and Cells
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NIDA National Drug & Alcohol IQ Challenge Kahoot!

Test teens' knowledge about drugs and drug use by taking the NIDA National Drug & Alcohol IQ Challenge Kahoot!

Grades: High school
Produced by: National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

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