Cosmetic Surgery

Discussion Starters

Int
Teens & Adults
Grades 9–12

Students read a brief history of cosmetic surgery. They discuss whether plastic surgery should be restricted to reconstructive procedures. The lesson includes vocabulary review exercises and discussion questions.

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Focus

topic-based
4-skills
appearance
expressing opinions
critical thinking
interpretive
productive
interactive

Vocabulary

mold
skin graft
in demand
hooked on
flawless
airbrushed
swear off
implant
braces
vanity
A spinning paper plane
A spinning paper plane