teenMEN - Grade 7
Core Lesson Plan
teenMEN Grade 7 expands students’ understanding of the systems of the body, and the importance of the reproductive system in overall health. Through activities and exercises, students learn about the main male hormone, testosterone, and its important role in brain, bone and physical development in puberty. Lessons also cover the importance of nutrition, exercise and sleep as well as the impact of social media and peer influence on the teen brain.
Lesson 1
Body Systems
To help students understand the function of nine of the body’s systems and how each system is essential to the wellbeing of the whole body.
Lesson 2
Reproductive Anatomy
To help students understand the anatomy and functions of a healthy reproductive system.
Lesson 3
The Brain and Reproductive Function
URPOSE To expand students’ knowledge of the male reproductive process, including the production of sperm and the hormone testosterone. To reinforce the concept that this process is a sign of health.
Lesson 4
Hormones and Physical Changes
To build on students’ existing knowledge of the development and changes that happen to males in puberty and their relation to hormones. To encourage students to practice healthy hygiene habits.
Lesson 5
Health Pillars: Nutrition
To continue to support students in making connections between lifestyle choices and physical and emotional health. To explore the influence of media and technology in their lives and the impact it has on their body image and overall health.
Lesson 6
Exercise, Sleep, and Screen Time
To expand students’ knowledge of the importance of exercise and sleep for their health and the effects of media and technology in their lives.
Lesson 7
Peer Influence
To help students understand how our brains can be influenced by our hormones and peers, and how we can become better at self-determination in this area.
Lesson 8
Communicating Emotions
To expand students’ knowledge of the importance of communicating their emotions effectively for the benefit of their health and those around them.