Learning objective
Knowledge
- To identify changes in males and females as a result of puberty.
Success criteria
Knowledge
- I can describe the physical changes that occur
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National curriculum
Science
Animals including humans
Pupils should be
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Cross-curricular links
English
Spoken language
Pupils should be taught
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Display the Presentation: Cops and robbers growing old and hand out whiteboards and pens (one each).
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support
Should use the Activity: Puberty changes: support version to make it easier to match the descriptions to the male, female or both; could use the completed Activity: Puberty changes: support version or the Resource: Knowledge organiser: Science – Human timeline to support correct vocabulary use when writing responses to the problem page letters.
Pupils working at greater depth
Should explain which aspect of puberty they would most like to get rid of and justify their opinion scientifically (such as which is required the least for becoming an adult or reproduction).
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: describing changes that occur in males
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Knowledge outcomes
- I can describe physical changes that occur in females during puberty, including the growth of hair and breasts, wider hips and the start of menstruation.
- I can describe physical changes that occur in males during puberty, including the growth of hair and genitals, a deeper voice and wider shoulders.
- I can describe emotional changes that occur during puberty, including changes in mood.
- I can suggest ways to help manage changes during puberty, such as maintaining good personal hygiene, using deodorant and talking to a trusted adult about concerns.
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Vocabulary definitions
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hormones
Chemical messages within the body, some of which control puberty.
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period (menstruation)
The bleeding that comes from the vagina as part of a cycle, occurring after puberty.
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In this unit
Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 20th August, 2024
