Unit outcomes
- Explain what body boundaries are.
- Identify and correctly name some physical changes that happen during puberty.
- Use appropriate terminology to talk about puberty changes with confidence and respect.
- Recognise that everyone goes through puberty and that changes happen at different times and rates.
- Recognise that emotions and feelings change as people grow up, including during puberty.
- Explain what a period is using clear, age-appropriate language.
- Identify ways periods can be managed, such as using pads or period pants.
- Demonstrate respectful and kind language when talking about bodies and physical changes.
- Identify one or more trusted adults at home or at school they could talk to.
Suggested prior learning
Teacher video: How will my body and emotions change as I grow up? unit overview
Lessons
Lesson 1: What are body boundaries?
Lesson 2: How will I grow and change during puberty?
Lesson 3: Which emotional changes could I experience when growing up?
Lesson 4: What is a period?
Lesson 5: How can we show kindness and understanding about body changes?
Lesson 6: Who can I talk to about growing up and changes?
Key skills
Key skills
- Describing some physical changes
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Key knowledge
To know:
- Unkind or negative
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Key vocabulary
boundaries
breasts
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Resources
Unit resources
RSE & PSHE
Vocabulary display – RSE & PSHE Y4: How will my body and emotions change as I grow up?
A display version of the key vocabulary from the unit 'How will my body and emotions change as I grow…
Cross-curricular opportunities
English: Spoken language.
British values: Mutual respect.