Grade 7 Teaching Guides: Sexual
and Reproductive Health (Catch
Up Fridays)
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
HEALTH EDUCATION
Quarter 3 Theme: Sexual and Reproductive Health
Sub Theme: Difference between friendship, romantic and sexual
relationships
Objectives: Students will understand the differences between friendship,
romantic, and sexual relationships and develop skills to navigate these
relationships safely and respectfully.
Lesson Proper
Friday Routine Exercise/Dynamic Stimulator (5 minutes):
Begin the class with a brief mindfulness exercise or stretching routine to
energize and focus the students for the lesson ahead.
Current Health News and Sharing (5 minutes):
Discuss a recent health news article related to sexual and reproductive
health. Encourage students to share their thoughts and opinions on the
topic and its relevance to their lives.
Health Session (30 minutes):
Define friendship, romantic, and sexual relationships. Discuss the
importance of healthy relationships in overall well-being.
Play a game like "Relationship Charades" where students act out
different scenarios related to friendships, romantic relationships, and
sexual relationships, and the class guesses which type of relationship is
being portrayed.
Sample Activities per Theme (15 minutes):
Friendship Relationships:
Interactive Activity: Divide students into pairs or small groups and have
them discuss what qualities make a good friend. Each group can then
present their ideas to the class.
Romantic Relationships:
Role-playing: Create scenarios where students can act out different
romantic situations (e.g., asking someone out on a date, handling
disagreements in a relationship).
Sexual Relationships:
Group Discussion: Lead a discussion on the importance of consent,
boundaries, and safe practices in sexual relationships. Encourage open
dialogue and address any questions or concerns students may have.
Class Reflection and Sharing (10 minutes):
Provide time for students to reflect on what they've learned during the
session and share any insights or questions they may have. Encourage a
supportive and respectful atmosphere where students feel comfortable
expressing themselves.
Wrap Up (10 minutes):
Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson, emphasizing the
differences between friendship, romantic, and sexual relationships, as
well as the importance of communication, respect, and consent in all
types of relationships. Assign any follow-up assignments or readings to
reinforce the concepts covered.
Grade 8 Teaching Guides: Sexual
and Reproductive Health (Catch
Up Fridays)
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
HEALTH EDUCATION
Quarter 3 Theme: Sexual and Reproductive Health
Sub Theme: Prevention of early pregnancy
Objectives:
1. Understand the factors contributing to early pregnancy.
2. Identify methods and strategies for preventing early pregnancy.
Lesson Proper
Friday Routine Exercise/Dynamic Stimulator (5 minutes):
Begin the class with a brief mindfulness exercise or stretching routine to
energize and focus the students for the lesson ahead.
Current Health News and Sharing (5 minutes):
Discuss recent news related to sexual and reproductive health or gender
equality. Encourage students to share their thoughts or any related
experiences they may have.
Health Session (30 minutes):
Briefly introduce the theme of the lesson: Prevention of Early
Pregnancy. Explain why it is important for adolescents to understand
this topic and its relevance to their lives.
Choose a game that encourages critical thinking and engagement with
the topic. For example, a jeopardy-style quiz focusing on facts about
sexual health and pregnancy prevention.
Sample Activities (15 minutes):
Role-playing: Divide students into pairs or small groups and assign them
scenarios related to early pregnancy prevention (e.g., refusing peer
pressure to engage in sexual activity, negotiating condom use with a
partner). Have them role-play these scenarios and discuss strategies for
handling similar situations in real life.
Interactive Activity: Conduct a group discussion on the consequences of
early pregnancy, including the impact on education, career goals, and
mental health. Encourage students to share their thoughts and
experiences.
Class Reflection and Sharing (10 minutes):
Provide time for students to reflect on what they learned during the
health session. Ask them to share any insights, questions, or concerns
they have about the topic. Emphasize the importance of creating a safe
and supportive environment for discussing sexual and reproductive
health.
Wrap Up (10 minutes):
Summarize the key points covered during the lesson, highlighting the
importance of proactive measures for preventing early pregnancy. Remind
students of available resources for additional information and support.
End the lesson on a positive note, encouraging students to apply what
they've learned in their daily lives.
GRADE 9 TEACHING
GUIDES FOR CATCH-UP
FRIDAYS (Health Education)
| FEBRUARY 16, 2024
Admin February 12, 2024 Catch-up Fridays
Grade 9 Teaching Guides: Sexual
and Reproductive Health (Catch
Up Fridays)
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
HEALTH EDUCATION
Quarter 3 Theme: Sexual and Reproductive Health
Sub Theme: Prevention from sexually transmitted infections
Objectives: By the end of this lesson, students will be able to understand
the importance of preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs),
identify common STIs, and learn preventive measures to maintain sexual
and reproductive health.
Lesson Proper
Friday Routine Exercise/Dynamic Stimulator (5
minutes):
Begin the class with a brief mindfulness exercise or stretching routine to
energize and focus the students for the lesson ahead.
Current Health News and Sharing (5 minutes):
Discuss recent health news related to sexual and reproductive health or
any updates on STIs. Encourage students to share any relevant news
articles they have come across or personal experiences related to the
topic.
Health Session (30 minutes):
Introduction to STIs:
Provide a brief overview of sexually transmitted infections, explaining
what they are and how they are transmitted.
Common STIs:
Discuss common sexually transmitted infections such as HIV/AIDS,
gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HPV. Explain the symptoms, modes of
transmission, and potential consequences of each STI.
Preventive Measures:
Introduce preventive measures to reduce the risk of contracting STIs,
including abstinence, condom use, vaccination (for HPV), regular testing,
and limiting sexual partners.
Sample Activities
Role-Playing: Divide students into groups and assign each group a
scenario related to STIs and preventive measures. Encourage them to act
out the scenario, highlighting effective ways to prevent STIs.
Class Discussion: Facilitate a group discussion on the importance of open
communication with partners, seeking medical advice, and the role of
peer pressure in decision-making regarding sexual health.
Class Reflection and Sharing (10 minutes):
Provide students with an opportunity to reflect on what they have learned
during the health session. Encourage them to share any insights,
questions, or concerns they may have about sexual and reproductive
health and STI prevention.
Wrap Up (10 minutes):
Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson, emphasizing the
importance of practicing safe behaviors to maintain sexual and
reproductive health. Encourage students to continue learning about the
topic and to make informed decisions regarding their
Grade 10 Teaching Guides: Sexual
and Reproductive Health (Catch
Up Fridays)
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
HEALTH EDUCATION
Quarter 3 Theme: Sexual and Reproductive Health
Sub Theme: Cultural norms and sources of messages relating to
sexuality
Objectives:
1. Identify cultural norms and sources of messages related to
sexuality.
2. Analyze the influence of cultural norms and media messages on
sexual and reproductive health behaviors.
3. Develop critical thinking skills in evaluating and challenging
societal norms and messages related to sexuality.
Lesson Proper
Friday Routine Exercise/Dynamic Stimulator (5 minutes):
Begin the class with a brief mindfulness exercise or stretching routine to
energize and focus the students for the lesson ahead.
Current Health News and Sharing (5 minutes):
Discuss recent news related to sexual and reproductive health or gender
equality. Encourage students to share their thoughts or any related
experiences they may have.
Health Session (30 minutes):
Introduction (5 minutes):
Briefly introduce the topic of cultural norms and sources of messages
relating to sexuality. Explain that cultural norms and media messages
play a significant role in shaping attitudes and behaviors related to sexual
and reproductive health.
Playing Games (10 minutes):
Play a game like "Myth vs. Fact" where students are presented with
statements related to sexual health and have to determine whether they
are myths or facts. This engages students in active learning and dispels
common misconceptions.
Sample Activity (15 minutes):
Choose one activity from the following options:
Role-playing: Divide students into groups and assign each group a
scenario related to cultural norms and sexuality. They will role-play the
scenario and discuss possible outcomes.
Group Discussion: Lead a discussion on the portrayal of sexuality in
various forms of media (e.g., movies, advertisements, social media) and
how it influences perceptions and behaviors.
Hands-on Activity: Provide materials for creating collages representing
cultural norms and media messages about sexuality. Afterward, students
present their collages and discuss their interpretations.
Class Reflection and Sharing (10 minutes):
After the activity, facilitate a reflective discussion where students share
their insights, observations, and questions. Encourage them to consider
how cultural norms and media messages impact their own beliefs and
behaviors regarding sexual health.
Wrap Up (10 minutes):
Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson, emphasizing the
importance of critically analyzing cultural norms and media messages
related to sexuality. Encourage students to continue questioning societal
norms and seeking accurate information about sexual and reproductive
health.
