Students explore the physical features of people and identify similarities and differences between them.

Students develop their understanding of the differences between public and private body parts.

Students can identify the correct names and location of their body parts, including private areas (genitalia). The concept of self-protection is introduced.

Students identify individual key developmental milestones from birth to the present and plot on a timeline.

Students explore different messages they get from a range of sources about ideal bodies and the impact these messages have on their own body image.

Students develop an understanding of the parts and functions of the reproductive systems.

Students are introduced to the physical, emotional and social changes that take place during puberty.

Students identify appropriate self care practices which become increasingly important as they go through puberty.

Students revise their understanding of the parts and functions of the reproductive system.

Students investigate body care products required when reaching puberty. They develop an understanding of why they are used, how they should be used and how advertising can influence our purchases.

Students develop an understanding of the purpose and function of menstruation and conception, and the relationship between the two processes

Students brainstorm feelings associated with puberty, explore the myths & facts of puberty using the Laugh and learn video as a stimulus and create an illustration of a myth and associated fact.

Students explores the physical, social & emotional changes associated with puberty using the Laugh and learn video as a stimulus and then create a mindmap of positive coping strategies.

Through research, students develop an understanding of the stages of pregnancy and how to keep an unborn child healthy. Students create a poster or movie to promote healthy behaviours to keep the unborn child safe.