2026/27 preview
Lesson 5: What is a period?
Describing what a period is and why it happens.
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Learning objective
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To describe what a period is and how to manage it.
Success criteria
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I can describe what a period is and why it happens.
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
1. Recap and recall
Optional: remind the children of the PSHE agreement created in the Introduction: Setting ground rules for RSE & PSHE and recap the agreed rules. If needed, upload an image of the agreement to the Presentation: PSHE agreement.
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In this unit
Assessment – RSE & PSHE Y5: How can I manage the changes to my body and emotions as I grow up?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 6: How can I challenge behaviour which crosses personal boundaries?
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Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 20 March 2026
