Lesson Plan

Body Changes Blueprint

Students will explore and understand key physical changes during puberty through interactive discussions and a timeline activity, fostering a supportive environment where they feel informed and confident asking questions.

Puberty brings many changes that can cause anxiety or confusion. This lesson equips 5th graders with accurate knowledge, reduces misinformation, and builds a safe classroom community for open dialogue.

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Lesson Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Change Chat Icebreaker

5 minutes

Step 2

Introduction & Classroom Norms

5 minutes

Step 3

Explore Puberty Unboxed Slide Deck

10 minutes

Step 4

Life Stage Timeline Activity

15 minutes

Step 5

Reflection Circle Cool-Down

10 minutes

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Slide Deck

Puberty Unboxed

Welcome students! Introduce today’s topic: understanding the physical changes of puberty in a supportive environment. Mention our color theme (#FFB3C1, #FF99A8, #FF7F8F) to keep slides bright and friendly. Prompt: “What have you heard about puberty?”

Growth Spurt: Reaching New Heights!

Explain that a growth spurt is often the first sign of puberty. Show a simple graphic of a growing child. Ask: “Has anyone felt like they shot up overnight?”

Body Hair: A Natural Cover Up

Display images of underarm and facial hair icons. Clarify that hair growth is normal and healthy. Prompt: “How do you feel noticing new hair? Any surprises?”

Skin & Sweat: More than Just a Glow

Use before/after skin illustrations. Explain oil gland activity and normal acne. Ask: “What healthy routines can help your skin?”

Voice Changes: Finding Your Sound

Show a cartoon of a microphone glitching for voice cracks. Explain voice box growth. Ask: “Has your voice ever cracked unexpectedly?”

Emotions on the Move

Present emoji faces showing different emotions. Stress that mood swings are common. Prompt: “Who can you talk to when feelings get big?”

Questions & Next Steps

Invite students to share any questions, either out loud or via sticky notes. Let them know there’s no such thing as a silly question. Remind them of classroom norms.

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Warm Up

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Cool Down

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What's Happening to My Body?

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