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Puberty Talk Group Norms 1) Respect
« Be kind « Listen actively « Use inclusive language
2) Privacy
« Use your best judgment
3) Safety « Identify your trusted adults
4) Communication « Practice makes progress
5) Questions « Ask openly or anonymously
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Gender & Sexual Identities
Gender Expression
Gender Identity (how a person feels inside)
(how a person expresses themself)
Attraction (who a person gets “crushes” on)
Body Parts (a person’s biological traits)
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MALE BODY Internal Anatomy
MALE BODY External Anatomy
Everyone’s body is unique! Please do not compare your body to these drawings.
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FEMALE BODY Internal Anatomy
FEMALE BODY External Anatomy
Everyone’s body is unique! Please do not compare your body to these drawings.
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Male Anatomy Match-Up Name:
Date:
Period:
Instructions: Draw a line to connect each anatomy term with its correct definition. Use the anatomy diagrams for reference as needed.
A. Sperm cells
1. The pouch of skin that holds the testicles and regulates their temperature so that sperm cells can be produced.
B. Testicles
2. Tiny cells produced in the testicles. Each one contains half of the genetic information needed to create a new human.
C. Scrotum
3. The organ that makes fluids to mix with sperm cells and create semen. The muscles in this organ also help with ejaculation.
D. Prostate gland
4. The organ that hangs from the front of the body above the testicles. Sometimes blood fills this organ causing an erection.
E. Semen
5. Two glands that hang between the legs within the scrotum. They produce sperm cells and the hormone testosterone.
F. Penis
6. The loose skin that surrounds the tip of the penis. Most penises have this skin at birth, but some people choose to have it removed.
G. Foreskin
7. The fluid that contains sperm cells. Ejaculation occurs when this fluid leaves the body through the urethra.
Hygiene Tip! It is very important to clean our private parts regularly. If a person is not _____________________, they should remember to gently retract (pull back) their foreskin in the shower to wash their penis with mild soap and water. This helps to prevent bacteria from collecting under the foreskin. Puberty Talk, 2027
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Female Anatomy Match-Up Name:
Date:
Period:
Instructions: Draw a line to connect each anatomy term with its correct definition. Use the anatomy diagrams for reference as needed.
A. Egg cells
1. The two glands that store egg cells. Starting in puberty, they take turns releasing an egg cell each month during ovulation.
B. Ovaries
2. The bottom of the uterus with a tiny opening that can expand to 10 centimeters when giving birth to a baby.
C. Fallopian tubes
3. Tiny cells produced in the ovaries. Each one contains half of the genetic information needed to create a new human.
D. Uterus
4. The stretchy pathway between the uterus and outside of the body. It may produce fluids and is sometimes called the “birth canal.”
E. Cervix
5. The two tubes that allow egg cells to travel from the ovaries to the uterus. This is often where fertilization occurs.
F. Vagina
6. The sensitive bundle of nerves above the opening to the urethra and vagina. It is typically covered with a bit of skin.
G. Clitoris
7. The strong organ that produces menstrual blood and can expand when pregnant to grow a fetus. It is sometimes called the “womb.”
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Reproduction: What’s the Story? Name:
Date:
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Instructions: Using the terms provided, fill in the blanks to make this explanation of human reproduction tell a complete story. Each term can be used only once. fertilization
Fallopian tubes
sperm cell
uterus
ovulation
cervix
puberty
vagina
menstruation
C-section
reproduce
fetus
Many changes happen in our bodies during ________________. For most people, these changes make it possible to ________________, or have children. During puberty, the ovaries in a female body will usually start to take turns releasing an egg cell each month. This process is called ________________________. After being released from an ovary, the egg may enter one of the _________________________. While traveling through this tube, the egg cell waits for about 24 hours to meet with a ___________________ from a male body. When a sperm cell and egg cell join together, it is called ________________________. If fertilization occurs, a person may become pregnant. During pregnancy, the fertilized cell divides and grows into more and more cells inside of a person’s ______________ or “womb.” Over several months, the cells develop into an embryo (for the first 9 weeks) and then into a _________ (until birth). If fertilization does not occur, the egg cell will leave the body along with the blood lining the uterus. This process is called _________________________ or having a “period,” and it happens in most female bodies every 28 days or so. The ______________ is the pathway that connects the uterus to the outside of the body. It allows menstrual blood to leave the body, and it is sometimes called the “birth canal” because many people give birth through this organ. At the bottom of the uterus is the ______________, which has a tiny opening that can expand to 10 centimeters during vaginal birth so that a baby can pass through. In some cases, babies are born by Cesarean or ______________, leaving the uterus through an incision in the abdomen that is stitched closed after birth. The human body is truly amazing! Puberty Talk, 2027
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Mental Health Support Help with Tough Situations
Kids Health: My Friends
kidshealth.org/en/ kids/feeling/friend
(800) 656-4673
Sexual Assault Hotline
amaze.org/myamaze/ puberty-talk-497
AMAZE-ing Videos
kidshealth.org/en/kids/grow
tinyurl.com/sutterpreteen
General Info
Puberty Talk Resources
Family Members
yourlifeyourvoice.org
Crisis Text Line Text HOME to 741-741
Sexual Orientation Info amaze.org/video/what-issexual-orientation
The Trevor Project trevorproject.org/resources
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Friendships & Safety
Date: ____________________________
Period: _________
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ALL bodies
MALE bodies
Instructions: Think about all of the changes that could occur during puberty and add as many as you can to the spectrum below. When deciding where to place each change, consider whether it can only happen to certain bodies (based on body parts), if it is more common in certain bodies (based on hormones), or if it can happen to anyone going through puberty. A list of common puberty changes is provided on the back of this worksheet to reference if needed.
Name: ______________________________________
Changes, Changes, Changes
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Common Puberty Changes 1
Body sweats more and produces odor
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Hips get wider and waist gets narrower
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Hair grows on the chest
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Thoughts get more complex
5
Breast tissue swells temporarily
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Ovulation begins (releasing egg cells)
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Voice changes
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Acne (“pimples” or “zits”)
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Breast tissue may feel sore and tender
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Body grows taller and gains weight
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Hair grows under the arms
12
Penis and testicles grow larger
13
Hair grows around the genitals
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Testicles begin to make sperm cells
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Menstruation begins (having a “period”)
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Hair grows on the face
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Muscles grow stronger
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Shoulders get broader
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Emotions get more intense
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Need more sleep
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Vagina releases fluids
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Stronger attractions to others
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Skin and hair may get oily
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May explore own body by masturbating
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Feeling proud and excited about changes
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Breast tissue grows and stays on the chest
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Feeling uncomfortable about changes
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Feelings change quickly (“mood swings”)
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Penis releases semen during sleep (“wet dreams”)
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Muscles and joints may ache (“growing pains”)
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Taking Care of Me Name:
Date:
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Instructions: Create a “self-care portrait” using the outline on the back of this worksheet. Use markers, crayons, or colored pencils to draw your face, hair, clothes, and skin tone. Then circle at least 6 wellness and hygiene products in the chart below that you plan to use during puberty (and beyond!) to keep your body clean, healthy, and protected. You can also fill in the empty boxes with your own ideas! Next, label the products you selected onto your drawing. For example, write “toothbrush” next to your portrait with an arrow pointing to the mouth. Finally, consider some of your favorite self-care practices for mental health (e.g. deep breathing, exercise, reading), and add them into the background of your portrait. For example, draw a cloud and write “meditation” inside of it.
Toothbrush
Soap or bodywash
Clean underwear or boxer shorts
Toothpaste
Washcloth or loofa
Clean socks
Dental floss
Facial cleanser, scrub, and/or acne wash
Shampoo
Mouthwash
Sunscreen
Conditioner
Deodorant and/or antiperspirant
Lotion or moisturizer
Hair oil
Foot powder
Lip balm
Hairbrush or comb
Hand sanitizer
Face mask
Hair wrap or bonnet
Nail clippers
Multivitamin
Pads, tampons, and/or menstrual underwear
Athletic supporter (“jockstrap”) and/or cup
Shaver or razor with shaving cream
Clean bra, bralette, and/or sports bra
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What Should I Do? Name:
Date:
Period:
Instructions: Read through the scenario provided and then answer the questions below.
1) What is the problem in this scenario? Summarize it in one sentence.
2a) Who could this person go to for help? List at least 2 trusted adults they could talk to.
2b) What could they do if these trusted adults don’t give them the help they need?
3) If they were your friend, what could you do or say to help them? Give them some advice.
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Friend in a Jar Name:
Date:
Period:
Instructions: Consider all of the different aspects of healthy friendships and identify the qualities or “ingredients” that are most important to you in a friend. Then add them into the jar to create your “recipe” for a great friend. Finally, use markers, crayons, or colored pencils to decorate your jar and make it unique!
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I Am the Only ME in the World Name:
Date:
Period:
Instructions: Finish each sentence based on your own thoughts, feelings, and values. Most of this information is quite personal, so your answers will not be read or shared without your consent.
1) I am someone who loves…
2) I am someone who is afraid of…
3) One day I would like to be…
4) One thing I’m great at is…
5) One thing I love about my body is…
6) One important part of my identity is…
7) Some things I have in common with my family and friends are…
8) If I am feeling stressed or overwhelmed, I will…
9) I help others by…
10) I am unique because… Continue!
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11) I feel happy when…
12) I am worried about…
13) I appreciate when my friends…
14) I am proud of myself because…
15) One thing I would like to improve is…
16) One puberty change I am excited for is…
17) I keep my body healthy by…
18) I stand up for my boundaries by…
19) I show respect for other people’s boundaries by…
20) If I see or hear someone getting teased or bullied, I will…
21) If someone is pressuring me to do something I’m not comfortable with, I will…
22) If I have questions about my body or puberty, I feel comfortable talking to…
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Ask Your Adults Student’s Name
Trusted Adult’s Name
Instructions: Choose a parent, guardian, family member, or another adult you trust over the age of 18 to interview. Ask them the questions below and write down a short summary of their answers. After each Talk, ask your trusted adult to sign their name. Talk #1
Due date:
Adult signature:
1. Puberty is the process during which a person’s body changes from a child into an adult. How old were you when you started going through puberty? What were your questions about puberty? Who did you ask? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________
2. What was the best thing about puberty? What was difficult about puberty and how did you handle it? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________
3. We all have different identities that make us unique. What are some of the identities that you and I have in common? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________
4. Sometimes people use the internet to find answers to their questions about puberty and bodies. Is there anything you want me to know about using the internet, especially when you are not around? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Due date:
Adult signature:
5. Friendships during puberty can be tricky. What advice do you have for me as I try to be a good friend? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________
6. If someone says something to me or touches me in a way that makes me feel uncomfortable, what would you want me to do? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________
7. If you are not around and I have questions, who would you want me to talk to? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________
8. What can we do to help us be able to talk more openly from now on? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________
FOR ADULTS: Explore resources to help continue this important conversation! Health Connected health-connected.org/resources Essential Access Health talkwithyourkids.org American Sexual Health Association ashasexualhealth.org/parents AMAZE: More Info, Less Weird amaze.org/parents
FOR ADULTS: Please confirm with your signature… “I have talked through all of the questions on this interview guide with my student.” Adult signature: ___________________________________________ Do you think this homework helped you and your student talk more openly about puberty, health, and safety? Puberty Talk, 2027
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