A Tale of Two Medicines

In this lesson, students will confront questions about traditional/herbal and Western medicines. Starting with fun facts about common conditions and how herbal remedies may help, students move on to an intensive vocabulary study relating to the topic. Students will read an original passage about strange practices worldwide and discuss the ethical consideration of using animals for medicine. The lesson offers students plenty of speaking time, as it contains discussion and debate questions. The lesson includes a recipe and video instructions for making an immune-boosting tonic. Before concluding with a thought-provoking quote, students will learn about idiomatic medicine-related phrases and do a fun quiz.