The first lesson explains where AIDS came from and details AIDS symptoms. The second lesson discusses how people acquire AIDS and high-risk behaviors that can lead to AIDS. The third lesson focuses on AIDS prevention, while the fourth lesson examines what can be done to help AIDS patients. Each lesson plan includes definitions of relevant terms, student activities, a summary of key ideas, and review activities. Guides to learning appear at the end of the lesson plans that include diagrams depicting the spread of the AIDS viruses, a list of common AIDS symptoms, and information on correct condom use.