Unit outcomes
Pupils who are secure will be able to:
- Explain what puberty is and why it happens.
- Describe the physical changes that occur during puberty, using correct scientific vocabulary.
- Explain how puberty changes affect hygiene and how good personal care supports health and cleanliness.
- Describe the range of emotions that may be experienced during puberty and explain why these can change over time.
- Identify trusted adults and people they can talk to for support or advice.
- Describe what a period is, why it happens and how it can be managed, including naming different products.
- Explain how unkind behaviour or comments about physical and emotional changes can affect others and suggest ways to show kindness and respect.
- Describe what personal boundaries are, explain why they are important, recognise when they may be crossed and suggest kind and assertive responses.
Suggested prior learning
How will my body and emotions change as I grow up?
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Teacher video: How can I manage the changes to my body and emotions as I grow up? unit overview
Lessons
Lesson 1: How will my body grow during puberty?
Lesson 2: How can I keep myself clean and hygienic?
Lesson 3: How can we treat others with kindness during puberty?
Lesson 4: How can I manage my emotions and feelings during puberty?
Lesson 5: What is a period?
Lesson 6: How can I challenge behaviour which crosses personal boundaries?
Key skills
Key skills
- Describing in greater detail
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Key knowledge
To know:
- Everyone’s body changes
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Key vocabulary
egg
genitals
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Resources
Unit resources
RSE & PSHE
Vocabulary display – RSE & PSHE Y5: How can I manage the changes to my body and emotions as I grow up?
A display version of the key vocabulary from the unit 'How can I manage the changes to my body and…
Cross-curricular opportunities
Science: Animals, including humans.
English: Spoken language.
British values: Mutual respect.
Suggested next steps
How do people become parents and carers?
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