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Essential Vocabulary: Practice Using Quizlet Here!
Be a LEGAL EAGLE by knowing the laws related to sex and sexuality. DISCLAIMER... THIS WEBSITE IS NOT UP-TO-DATE AS OF SEPT. 2022. WE'LL KEEP CHECKING BACK TO SEE IF IT IS UPDATED. AT THE VERY LEAST, IT CAN TELL US WHAT TYPES OF LAWS EXIST. IT'S NICE TO KNOW YOU HAVE RIGHTS... AND IT'S IMPORTANT TO KNOW YOUR RESPONSIBILITES.
TEENSHEALTH.ORG -- A GREAT SITE FOR ANYTHING HEALTH RELATED! (click button above)
THIS IS A MEDICALLY ACCURATE SITE!
IT'S VERY AGE APPROPRIATE!
ARTICLES RELATE TO PHYSICAL, SOCIAL, AND MENTAL/EMOTIONAL HEALTH!
THERE ARE HEALTH- RELATED GAMES TO EXPLORE!
IT EVEN READS TO YOU TOO!
IF YOU WANT TO SEEK OUT INFORMATION ABOUT SEXUAL DEVELOPMENT OR SEXUALITY, I URGE YOU TO START HERE.
CHECK IT OUT!
READ: Article about Sexual Harassment in Middle Schools- it's more common than you think!
WATCH: Excellent BrainPops that you may watch every school day from school or home until 5:30 PM:
CHECK OUT: Science Lovers! Check this out! It's amazing!
READ: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome article from the Mayo Clinic.
READ: Article about Teen Pregnancy in the U.S.- What is the latest from the CDC?
WATCH: National Geographic Pregnancy 101. Yep, just the basics... but by 7th grade, it's probably a good idea to know the basics.
WATCH: Puberty Wellcast on Puberty. It's informative, and it's really quite funny!
WATCH: Why are Teens so Moody? Get a little taste of brain science with this video!
READ: A Teenagers Nutritional Needs article
READ: Teens and Sleep article
I can describe the effects of sexually transmitted infections.
I can describe the modes of transmission of various sexually transmitted infections.
I can can list the most effective ways to prevent against sexually transmitted infections.
I can explain the physical, social and emotional benefits of abstinence.
I can describe and give examples of how media influences choices and behavior.
I can describe some qualities of healthy and unhealthy relationships.
I can practice using refusal language and skills for keeping myself safe and healthy.
I can discuss sexual media messages with my parent or guardian.
I can list at least 2 laws related to sexual behavior (see this web site for a simple list and description of Illinois laws: http://sexetc.org/states/illinois/ )
I can establish practices for avoiding dangerous situations.
I can describe the effects of sexually transmitted infections.
I can describe the modes of transmission of various sexually transmitted infections.
I can can list the most effective ways to prevent against sexually transmitted infections.
I can explain the physical, social and emotional benefits of abstinence.
I can describe and give examples of how media influences choices and behavior.
I can describe some qualities of healthy and unhealthy relationships.
I can practice using refusal language and skills for keeping myself safe and healthy.
I can discuss sexual media messages with my parent or guardian.
I can list at least 2 laws related to sexual behavior (see this web site for a simple list and description of Illinois laws: http://sexetc.org/states/illinois/ )
I can establish practices for avoiding dangerous situations.
-Addressed / Practiced in this unit: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
-Knowledge & Skills Assessed in this unit: 1, 3, 4,