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Menstruation and hygiene

Integrated Science · Grade 7 · about 40 minutes

Menstruation is the monthly leaving of uterus lining. It is healthy, not dirty. Pads or clean cloth, change often, wash hands, private bin. Whole class learns this.

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Other lessons in this sub-strand

  1. Adolescence and puberty
  2. Why we study the reproductive system
  3. Male reproductive organs
  4. Functions of male parts
  5. Female reproductive organs
  6. Functions of female parts
  7. The two systems compared
  8. Physical changes in girls
  9. Physical changes in boys
  10. Menstruation and hygiene
  11. Personal hygiene in puberty
  12. Social changes and respect
  13. Emotional changes
  14. Developmental challenges
  15. Coping and trusted adults
  16. My adolescence plan