VOTESFORSCHOOLS NEWS 53,176 VOTERS HAVE THEIR SAY 35% YES 65% NO
Are we getting better at talking about periods? The majority of young people say no. Visit www.votesforschools.com for the full story.
UP FOR DISCUSSION: ALLERGIES This week, VotesforSchools voters will be answering the question: “Should all young people learn about adrenaline auto-injectors (AAIs)?” Why not discuss what you think about this question at home? What do you already know about allergies?
THIS WEEK’S BIG READ: THE ROLE OF ADRENALINE You might have heard of an “adrenaline rush” before when people talk about dangerous or exciting experiences. But adrenaline has an important role in our bodies: it is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands, located just above our kidneys. Adrenaline helps with our “fight or flight response”, which is what helps us to react to dangerous or difficult situations. When we find ourselves in these situations, the adrenal glands release adrenaline into our bloodstream. This helps get our bodies ready to respond effectively.
COMPREHENSION CHALLENGE When might people talk about an “adrenaline rush”? What type of chemical is adrenaline? Where would you find your adrenal glands? What is the role of the “fight or flight response”? What is adrenaline released into?