Sexual health was defined as part of reproductive health in the Programme of Action of the International Confer-ence on Population and Development (ICPD) in 1994. Statements about sexual health were drawn from a WHO Technical Report of 1975 (1), which included the concept of sexual health. Health and Social Care professionals use growth and developmental milestones in order to measure whether an individual is in line with the expectation of others at the same age. If an infant or child is not meeting a specific milestone, such as an infant still not being able to sit up by 12 months, this may indicate a developmental condition that requires further investigation. Start studying Growth development, and sexual health. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Welcome to Unit 5 of the Child Health Course. In the previous unit, you learnt about the common health problems of the new born. We hope you found it interesting and informative. In this unit, you will learn about child growth and development, factors that influence growth and development and what can be done to promote optimum growth. The program for both fifth grade girls and boys provides information about physical and emotional changes during puberty and related personal responsibilities for health and appearance. There are two sections of the growth and development unit of instruction for both boys and girls. The first section is a scripted anatomy lesson titled.
The classroom is an important source of sexual health information for children and youth.
Most girls enter puberty between the ages of 8 and 13 years, while most boys begin puberty between the ages of 9 and 14 years. Teaching accurate information about maturation and sexual health helps students to have a healthy understanding of their growth and development, to develop healthy sexual habits and to make responsible decisions.
The following resources can be used by teachers in the classroom or to support school initiatives. For questions, contact our School Health Curriculum Resource Line at 1-800-265-7293 ext. 4111 or email schoolhealth@wdgpublichealth.ca.
Recommended websites
Information about relationships, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) for Grades 7 and 8. It also includes an ‘ask the expert' feature.
The Grade 5-6 resource discusses puberty and issues surrounding growth and development, personal hygiene and self-esteem. The Grade7-8 resource can be used to help students overcome barriers to physical activity participation, while improving body image and self-esteem.
This resource includes lesson plans, interactive games and tools to teach students in Grades 4-6 about puberty, relationships and decision-making.
Videos, lesson plans, activity sheets, workshops and more on body image and self-esteem for Grades 5-8.
Lesson plans about personal health, the human body, relationships, puberty and more for Grades K-12.
Information about relationships, decision making, STI's, preventing pregnancy, sexual assault and sexual orientation. Grades 7-12. Find it listed under 'Youth 12+: Links for parents' on the Province of Nova Scotia's website.
Lesson plans on puberty, contraception, STI prevention, relationships and sexual well-being. Includes a list of additional resources and a 'Teaching Sexual Health Education Manual'. For Grades 4-8.
Information about relationships, STIs and birth control. Includes a live chat to answer questions. For Grades 9-12.
Unit 5 Growth Development And Sexual Health
This resource helps to make teaching sexual health an enjoyable and comfortable experience for Grades 7 and 8. It includes lesson plans on relationships and STIs, and offers a virtual birth control kit.
Evidence-based information, strategies and lesson plans for teachers. Also includes a section for parents. For Grades 4-12.
Public library resources
The following resources are available for loan from your local library. These DVDs and kits can be used with lesson plans or for school events.
Unit 5 Growth Development And Sexual Health Websites
To book a resource, please visit the online catalogue of one of our participating public libraries: (Note: Library membership required).
- Terry James Resource Centre Video and Kit Library (for UGDSB teachers)
Am I Ready? Making Healthy Sexual Decisions (DVD)
This DVD features real teens and health experts discussing the importance of healthy sexual decision-making. Topics include: healthy relationships, forms of contraception, and how to reduce the risks of STIs and unplanned pregnancies. For Grades 7-12. Includes a teacher resource guide.
Unit 5 Growth Development And Sexual Health Resources
Before You Hook Up: Dating Rights and Responsibilities (DVD)
This DVD discusses the essentials of a healthy partnership, including the rights every young person has in a relationship. It also delivers a strong message against dating abuse and violence. For Grades 7-12. Includes a teacher resource guide.
Birth Control Kit (Kit)
This kit, for Grades 7-12, includes samples of expired birth control and game instructions to help students learn about different forms of contraception. Note: This resource is only available to UGDSB teachers through the Terry James Resource Centre.
Body Talk: Ages 12-17 (DVD)
This DVD features students and medical professionals challenging the messages society promotes about weight, health and beauty. Topics include: body image, self-esteem and healthy eating. For Grades 7-12.
This DVD features real teens and health experts discussing the importance of healthy sexual decision-making. Topics include: healthy relationships, forms of contraception, and how to reduce the risks of STIs and unplanned pregnancies. For Grades 7-12. Includes a teacher resource guide.
Unit 5 Growth Development And Sexual Health Resources
Before You Hook Up: Dating Rights and Responsibilities (DVD)
This DVD discusses the essentials of a healthy partnership, including the rights every young person has in a relationship. It also delivers a strong message against dating abuse and violence. For Grades 7-12. Includes a teacher resource guide.
Birth Control Kit (Kit)
This kit, for Grades 7-12, includes samples of expired birth control and game instructions to help students learn about different forms of contraception. Note: This resource is only available to UGDSB teachers through the Terry James Resource Centre.
Body Talk: Ages 12-17 (DVD)
This DVD features students and medical professionals challenging the messages society promotes about weight, health and beauty. Topics include: body image, self-esteem and healthy eating. For Grades 7-12.
Unit 5 Growth Development And Sexual Health Lesson Plans
The Puberty Game (Kit)
An interactive game to help students understand changes experienced during puberty. Topics include: nutrition, exercise, hygiene and physical and reproductive changes. Two versions of this game are available: one for Grades 5 and 6 and the other for Grades 7 and 8.
