4.HEALTH.20.A
Explain changes that occur in males and females during puberty and adolescent development.
Grade 4 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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changesmalesfemalespubertyadolescent development
Skills
- explain (changes in males and females during puberty and adolescent development) #dok2
- identify (specific physical, mental, and emotional changes in males and females) #dok1
- compare (differences and similarities in changes experienced by males and females during puberty) #dok2
- summarize (the process of adolescent development) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify the changes that happen to males and females during puberty. #dok1
- I can explain the physical, mental, and emotional changes that occur in both boys and girls during adolescent development. #dok2
- I can compare changes that happen to males versus females during puberty. #dok2
- I can summarize the main stages of adolescent development and how they affect the body and mind. #dok2
Big Ideas
- Puberty is a normal stage of life that involves physical, mental, and emotional changes for all individuals.
- Understanding the changes during adolescence helps individuals cope with development and promotes healthy self-image.
Essential Questions
- What changes do males and females experience during puberty?
- Why do these changes happen during adolescent development?
- How are the changes in males and females similar and different?
- How can understanding puberty and adolescent development help us feel confident and prepared?
- What can we do to maintain good health during these changes?