Practice recognizing common physical and emotional changes during growth and learning healthy ways to care for yourself and others.
Read each problem carefully. Answer in complete sentences. Use respectful words when writing about bodies, feelings, and personal growth.
Understanding body changes, feelings, hygiene, and healthy support
Health - Grade 4-5
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Explain what growth and development mean in health class.
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Name three physical changes that can happen as children grow older.
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A student notices they are sweating more after recess than they did when they were younger. Describe one healthy hygiene habit that can help.
- 4
Some students grow taller earlier than classmates, and some grow taller later. Explain why it is important not to tease people about growth changes.
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What is puberty?
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Look at the feeling thermometer. A student feels calm at the bottom, worried in the middle, and very angry at the top. Write two healthy ways the student could calm down before acting.
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During growth and development, emotions can feel stronger or change quickly. Explain why this can happen.
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List three trusted adults a student could talk to if they have questions about body changes or feelings.
- 9
A classmate says they feel embarrassed because their skin is getting more pimples. Write a kind response you could say.
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Explain how enough sleep can support healthy growth and emotions.
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Match each change with the type of change: getting taller, feeling nervous about a new class, needing to wash hair more often, wanting more privacy. Write physical or emotional next to each one.
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Look at the hygiene kit. Choose four items and explain how each one helps during growth and development.
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A student feels frustrated because a friend does not want to play the same games anymore. Explain one respectful way to handle this change.
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Why is personal space important as people grow and change?
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Create a healthy growth plan with one habit for the body, one habit for emotions, and one habit for getting help when needed.