This Human Growth and Development curriculum uses content and media from the “Always Changing & Growing Up” Fifth Grade School Program developed by Procter and Gamble. The goal of these lessons is to teach preteens about their changing bodies and the beginning stages of puberty. Puberty is a complex time of change emotionally, physically, socially, and intellectually. Helping students understand the physical and emotional changes taking place will contribute to their developing an assured and informed approach to adolescence. Individuals are more likely to have a positive body image if they are educated, resulting in a healthy transition during the growing-up process.
Human Growth and Development – Unit Overview, Grade 5
Procter & Gamble Puberty Education – Website
