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K801 - Learning About Growing Up Boyhood to Manhood

Learning About Growing Up Boyhood to Manhood
Item No. K801

Learning About Growing Up Boyhood to Manhood

Series: Learning About Growing Up
Item No: K801
Length: 32 minutes
UPC: 70962911
Copyright: 1997
CC: Yes
MARC Record: Yes
Language: English
Grade Level: 6-May
Age Range: 12-Adult
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The Learning About Growing Up Series. With the goal of creating a safe, friendly environment in which to stimulate discussion about the transition from childhood to adulthood and some of the responsibilities that accompany these changes, this series offers the various perspectives of sixth-graders in their classroom, people on the street and experts such as doctors, counselors and teachers. This program covers the topics of sex drive, hormones, the role of the pituitary gland, physiological changes, self-esteem, emotional turmoil, friendships, sexual activity and intercourse, platonic relationships, maturity, abstinence, pregnancy, Sexually Transmitted Diseases.

With the goal of creating a safe, friendly environment in which to stimulate discussion about the transition from childhood to adulthood and some of the responsibilities that accompany these changes, the Learning About Growing Up series offers the various perspectives of 6th graders in their classroom, people on the street and experts such as doctors, counselors and teachers. Intercut with information about the physiological process of puberty, are animated diagrams along with live-action footage demonstrating the sometimes confusing and overwhelming impact of puberty on teens emotions. Additional topics include platonic relationships, maturity, abstinence, pregnancy, STD's and AIDS. After students have viewed the programs, they will feel more comfortable to ask their own questions, to share their feelings and experiences, and to feel more knowledgeable and confident about the road that lies ahead.

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These programs are insightful and educational. Most importantly, they speak to kids at a critical time in their lives. - Anna Feig, Assistant Principal, L.A. Unified School District