Puberty lesson pack for year 7-8

Learning objectives

PSHE Association Programme of Study

DfE statutory guidance

Year 7-8

Lesson 1: Puberty and emotional changes

To learn how emotions are affected by puberty, and how to manage the impact this may have on someone’s relationships.

Lesson 2: Menstrual wellbeing

To learn about menstrual wellbeing.

Puberty and adolescence

• about the maturing female and male adolescent body and strategies to manage the emotional and physical changes (e.g., periods, wet dreams, body hair, voice, body shape and skin changes) that are a typical part of growing up

• about the adolescent brain; the relationship between brain development and hormonal changes as people mature

• how to manage menstrual wellbeing, choose and access appropriate menstrual products; who to talk to if concerned or for advice about menstrual health

Developing bodies

• (1) The main changes which take place in males and females, and the implications for emotional and physical health.

• (2) The facts about puberty, the changing adolescent body, including brain development.

• (3) About menstrual and gynaecological health, including: what is an average period; period problems such as premenstrual syndrome; heavy menstrual bleeding; endometriosis; and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). When to seek help from healthcare professionals.