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Unit outcomes
Pupils who are secure will be able to:
- Describe how our minds and bodies are connected.
- Describe physical factors that can influence how a person feels.
- Explain why sleep is important to maintain good mental and physical health.
- Explain that emotions affect actions and decisions.
- Describe ways to manage difficult emotions.
- Recognise signs that someone needs help.
- Identify trusted adults and appropriate actions.
Please note that Lesson 5: What can I do when I experience strong emotions? may take longer than 45 minutes.
Suggested prior learning
My healthy self: How can we look after our bodies?
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Teacher video: My healthy self overview
An overview of the 'My healthy self' key area.
Introductory lesson: Setting rules for RSE & PSHE lessons
Lesson 1: How do emotions affect my body?
Lesson 2: How can I tell how someone else might be feeling?
Lesson 3: How are my mind and body connected?
Lesson 4: How does sleep help my mind and body?
Lesson 5: What can I do when I experience strong emotions?
Lesson 6: When should I ask an adult for emotional support?
Key skills
Key skills
- Using more nuanced language
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Key knowledge
To know:
- Many different feeling
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Key vocabulary
body clues (Y1/2)
bullying (Y1/2)
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Resources
Unit resources
RSE & PSHE
Knowledge organiser: How can I take care of my mind and body?
Aimed at pupils, a single page which gives key facts and definitions from the unit 'How can I take care…
RSE & PSHE
Unit resource: LKS2 Emotions and feelings
A poster showing the six main emotions and associated feelings.
Cross-curricular opportunities
English: Spoken language.
British values: Individual liberty; Mutual respect.
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My healthy self: How can I make healthy choices?
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