LESSON 2: WHAT IS

PUBERTY??

GUYS ONLY!!

It helps to have a sense of humor…

MEDICAL DRAWING OF MALE ANATOMY

(Pass out AND COLLECT drawings so they don’t end up on the campus.)

Drawing should not be on public website in case students visit the

website.

WHAT IS PUBERTY?

What is puberty? A, B, C, or D?A. A time when both girls and guys are

ready to care for a baby.B. A time when an adolescent’s body

changes from that of a child to an adult.C. A time when you will make life changing

decisions such as career choices.D. All of the above.

WHAT IS PUBERTY?

The correct answer is B!

Puberty is a time when an adolescent’s body changes from that of a child to an adult. Everyone goes through puberty at some time in their life.

WHEN DOES IT BEGIN? When does puberty begin and do girls or guys usually start puberty first, A, B, C, or D?

A. Between the ages of 18 – 21, and girls usually go through puberty first.

B. Between the ages of 15 – 18, and guys usually go through puberty first.

C. Between the ages of 9 – 16 for girls and 9 – 20 for guys, and either gender may go through it first.

D. Between the ages of 9 – 16 for girls and 10 – 17 for guys, and girls often go through puberty first.

WHEN DOES IT BEGIN?

The correct answer is D!

Puberty usually begins between the ages of 9-16 for girls and 9-20 for guys, and girls often go through puberty first.

PITUITARY GLAND? What is the pituitary gland and what does it do, A, B, C, or D?

A. It’s a gland under the arm that causes perspiration.

B. It’s a gland near the face that causes acne.C. It’s a gland in the brain that triggers the

body to release hormones and begin puberty.

D. It’s another name for reproductive organs.

PITUITARY GLAND?

The correct answer is C!

The pituitary gland is located in the brain and triggers the body to release hormones and begin puberty.

FACTS ABOUT PUBERTY?Which is a fact about puberty, A, B, C, or D?

A. The body becomes physically capable of making a baby.

B. It takes several years for the puberty process to occur.

C. It causes emotional ups and downs, including rollercoaster type moodiness.

D. All of the above.

FACTS ABOUT PUBERTY?The correct answer is D! These are all facts about puberty:

A. The body becomes physically capable of making a baby.

B. It takes several years for the puberty process to occur.

C. It causes emotional ups and downs, including rollercoaster type moodiness.

D. All of the above.

WHAT ELSE?

Good to know….• Those who develop faster than others may feel awkward and fear they will be taller/shorter/less mature than others.• Emotional outbursts, tears, and/or anger are common during puberty. Knowing this will help you to understand what you are going through.• Girls will be more likely to share their feelings with others, while guys more often withdraw and may not want to discuss the changes in their bodies and emotions.• Growth spurts, girls usually get taller before guys.• Acne, so be sure to shower daily and wash face before going to bed. (Avoid touching face too.)

FILL IN SQUARES ON YOUR BINGO CARD WITH TERMS FROM THE NEXT SLIDE. WRITE “FREE” IN THE MIDDLE. WHEN A DEFINITION IS READ, COVER THE CORRECT TERM. THE FIRST TO HAVE A STRAIGHT LINE (VERTICAL, HORIZONTAL, OR DIAGONAL) RAISE HAND AND SAY “BINGO.” WE’LL WORK TOGETHER ON TOUGH ONES.

LET’S PLAY…

Fill in all of the squares with some of these terms, using abbreviation if there is one. (There will be extra terms.) When a definition is read, cover the term that goes to it.-testicles -puberty -prostate -pimples

-vas d. (vas deferens) -scrotum -erection -sperm -g. spurt (growth spurt)

-penis

-fert. (fertilization) -wet dream

-ejac. (ejaculation) -pregnancy

-p. gland (pituitary gland) -testo (testosterone)

TODAY’S TAKE AWAY: YOU ARE NORMAL!EVERYONE:Goes through puberty at their own pace.Experiences awkward times.Has good and bad days. (Things will get

better.)Should be respected without judgment or

teasing.Feels stressed, sad, worried, alone,

embarrassed, awkward, or moody at times.Should find someone they trust to talk to.