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Puberty: The Adventure Begins

Introduce 6th-grade students to the physical, emotional, and social changes during puberty, empowering them to embrace personal growth.

This lesson empowers students to understand natural body changes, alleviating anxiety and misconceptions during puberty.

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Teacher Preparation

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Discussion

15 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Activity

25 minutes

Step 3

Wrap-Up & Q&A

5 minutes

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Welcome to Puberty: The Adventure Begins!

Introduce the topic with enthusiasm. Explain that puberty is a natural part of growing up and that today's journey will help them understand the changes they may experience.

Physical Changes

Discuss the physical changes that occur during puberty, emphasizing growth spurts, body shape changes, and development of secondary characteristics. Remind students that everyone develops at their own pace.

Emotional Changes

Explain the emotional changes and mood swings that occur during puberty. Validate their feelings and stress that it's normal to feel a wide range of emotions during this time.

Social Changes

Highlight the social changes including the development of friendships, peer influences, and the importance of communication during adolescence.

Interactive Activity

Introduce the interactive activity. Encourage students to work collaboratively when using the Puberty Exploration Worksheet to discuss and process what they've learned.

Wrap-Up & Q&A

Wrap up the session by summarizing the key points of the lesson and opening the floor for any questions. Encourage students to share any thoughts or uncertainties.

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