What is really the best way to get rid of hiccups? Investigate some old wives' tales and folk remedies related to health. Middle schoolers explore the science behind why people might believe these myths to be true and find the real scientific causes or reasons for their effects. Use this lesson plan in your unit about persuasive or expository writing, and encourage young writers to back up their findings with evidence.

Common Core

W.7.1.a W.7.1.b W.8.1.a W.8.1.b W.9-10.1.a W.9-10.1.b W.11-12.1.a W.11-12.1.b