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Learning objective
- To describe what a period is and how to manage it.
Success criteria
- I can describe what a period is and
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Statutory guidance
RSE and Health
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Cross-curricular links
Animals including
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
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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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support:
- Should be given the opportunity to handle and see period products during the Main event to develop their understanding.
- Could rewatch the Pupil video: Periods before completing the quiz to reinforce key knowledge in the Main event.
- Could use the Knowledge organiser to recall key vocabulary accurately by referring to the word list before and during the Activity: Quiz in the Main event.
Pupils working at greater depth:
- Should use scientific vocabulary to explain what a period is and why it happens in the Attention grabber.
- Should use scientific vocabulary to explain why each statement is true or false on the Activity: Quiz in the Main event.
- Could add their own true or false statements on the Activity: Quiz for a partner to answer.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding can:
- Describe what a period is and recognise why
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Vocabulary definitions
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egg
A tiny cell made in a female's ovaries.
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menstrual cup
A small, flexible cup that is placed inside the vagina to collect blood during a period.
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In this unit
Assessment – RSE & PSHE Y5: How can I manage changes 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 5: What is a period?
Lesson 6: How can I challenge behaviour which crosses personal boundaries?
Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 27th February, 2026
