TOPIC: PUBERTY AND RESPONSIBLE PARENTHOOD
A: TEACHING AND LEARNING MATERIALS
- Human growth chart.
- Pictures showing stages of human development.
- Personal hygiene materials.
- Puberty information chart.
- Flashcards.
B: REFERENCE MATERIALS
- Scheme of work.
- Recommended Basic Science textbook for Primary 6.
- Online educational resources.
C: PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE
The pupils have learnt about the human reproductive system and know that human beings grow and develop from childhood into adulthood.
D: PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Define puberty.
- Mention changes that occur during puberty.
- Identify changes common in boys.
- Identify changes common in girls.
- Explain good personal hygiene during puberty.
- Explain responsible parenthood.
- Mention responsibilities of parents.
- State the importance of responsible behaviour.
E: CONTENT
Meaning of Puberty
Puberty is the stage of growth when a child’s body begins to develop towards physical maturity.
It usually occurs during adolescence.
Changes During Puberty
Changes may occur in:
Body size.
Body shape.
Voice.
Skin.
Hair growth.
Emotions and feelings.
Different people may begin these changes at different ages.
Changes in Boys
Common changes include:
Increase in height.
Broader shoulders.
Growth of hair in the armpits and pubic region.
Growth of facial hair in some boys.
Voice becoming deeper.
Increased sweating.
Development of the reproductive organs.
Changes in Girls
Common changes include:
Increase in height.
Development of breasts.
Widening of the hips.
Growth of hair in the armpits and pubic region.
Increased sweating.
Beginning of menstruation.
Development of the reproductive organs.
Emotional Changes
During puberty, a young person may:
Become more aware of personal appearance.
Experience changing emotions.
Desire more independence.
Develop stronger friendships.
These changes are a normal part of growing up.
Personal Hygiene During Puberty
Good hygiene includes:
Bathing regularly.
Wearing clean clothes.
Keeping the teeth clean.
Keeping the hair neat.
Washing hands regularly.
Using clean menstrual materials properly where applicable.
Changing sweaty clothes.
Keeping private parts clean.
Responsible Parenthood
Responsible parenthood means properly caring for children and providing for their physical, emotional, educational and moral needs.
Responsible parents should:
Provide food.
Provide shelter.
Provide clothing.
Provide education.
Protect their children.
Provide healthcare.
Teach good behaviour.
Show love and care.
F: LESSON PRESENTATION
F1: Teachers’ Activities
- Explains puberty.
- Discusses physical changes in boys and girls.
- Explains emotional changes.
- Discusses personal hygiene.
- Defines responsible parenthood.
- Explains parental responsibilities.
- Encourages pupils to ask appropriate questions without embarrassment.
- Corrects misconceptions respectfully.
F2: Pupils’ Activities
- Define puberty.
- Mention changes during puberty.
- Identify changes in boys and girls.
- State personal hygiene practices.
- Explain responsible parenthood.
- Mention responsibilities of parents.
G: CONCLUSION
The teacher explains that puberty is a normal stage of human development and that good hygiene is important during this period. The teacher also reminds pupils that responsible parents care properly for their children.
H: EVALUATION GUIDE
Pupils should be able to answer the following questions:
- What is puberty?
- Mention four changes that occur in boys during puberty.
- Mention four changes that occur in girls during puberty.
- State four good hygiene practices during puberty.
- What is responsible parenthood?
- Mention five responsibilities of parents.
- Why is personal hygiene important during puberty?