Children deliberately 'choking' themselves, having a friend revive them and receiving a momentary 'high' in the process has become a major problem in countries throughout the world. It has also been the cause of accidental death in children as young as ten years old. "The Lesson for Today" attempts to make children and adults aware of the consequences of this dangerous behavior by focusing on a student leader who uses class time to explain what her research into the 'choking game' has revealed. What her classmates (and the viewer as well) do not know is that there has been a very recent tragedy in their own community associated with the problem; a tragedy that will affect them all in one form or another. "The Lesson for Today," featuring a cast of real school kids and educators, is a powerful, thought-provoking and unforgettable tool for use in schools and meetings of various organizations.

THIS FILM CONTAINS A FEW SCENES THAT MIGHT UPSET MORE SENSITIVE OR YOUNGER VIEWERS. RECOMMENDED FOR GRADES 4 AND UP.

Includes educational study guide for use by parents and teachers.