Looking after ourselves during puberty
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain how to look after myself during puberty.
Key learning points
- During puberty, bodies change shape, genitals enlarge, body hair grows, voices change, sweat glands become more active.
- Using deodorant or antipersperant and changing clothes regularly are important for good hygiene.
- Spots and acne are common during puberty and are caused by changing hormones.
- A person should regularly wash their genitals.
- Body hair, including hair around a person's genitals, is a part of puberty.
Keywords
Puberty - the process of changing from a child's body to an adult's; it usually starts between the ages of 8-14
Genitals - external organs involved in reproduction such as vulva, uterus, clitoris, vagina, ovaries, penis, testicles
Acne - when your skin gets spots or pimples because of blocked pores, often during puberty
Common misconception
A person going through puberty should not need the support of others.
During puberty, support is important. A trusted adult or medical professional can help with questions, worries and changes, so no one has to go through it alone.
Teacher tip
You might want to check if your school is able to provide soap, antiperspirant/deodorants or period products for pupils who might not have access to them.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Depiction or discussion of sexual content
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the word to the correct definition.
Q2.The male sex hormone is...
Q3.True or false? Only the body develops and grows during puberty.
Q4. are the name for rapid changes in emotion that happen during puberty.
Q5.The __________ introduces the body to new and more intense emotions during puberty.
Q6.Which of the following is not a way to deal with new emotions during puberty?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words to the correct definition.
Q2.True or false? All genitals will grow to the same size and shape during puberty.
Q3.Which of the following statements about pubic hair are inaccurate?
Q4.A person going through puberty could access reliable support from which of the following?
Q5.What is a common cause of spots and acne during puberty?
Q6.What is the best way to keep the genitals clean during puberty?
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