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2. A day HANDOUT 1A
in the Hazel is 14, smart, funny and fed up. Hazel's tormentor, the
gorgeous, all-achieving Lauren Stevenson, class bully, is about to
life of fall apart under the pressure to stay pencil-thin. When the conflict
between the two girls comes to a head, the outcome takes
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everyone by surprise, especially Hazel.
Excerpt from ‘Hazel, Not a Nut’ by Gill Lobel.
CHAPTER ONE
Hazel Anne Mooney.
H.A.M.
Ham – Fat ham
Mooney – Bum
The pig.
You’d think parents would give some thought when they name their children, wouldn’t you? I mean,
they have this baby, this precious baby. They’ve waited nine whole long months for it. It’s supposed to
be the most wonderful thing in the world, so they give it a name that tells all the world how much
they love it.
If I ever have a baby of my own, which seems very unlikely at the moment, I would give it a beautiful name
like Alyssa, or Jasmine, or Jessica. And I’d spend a bit of time checking out initials as well.
So why did my parents, whose surname is Mooney, christen their first child Hazel Anne I hear you ask?
Perhaps they knew their only daughter was going to be the fattest girl in Alderman Newbold High School.
Lauren. Now, there’s a name! It sounds like sunlight sparkling on cool water. You’d just have to grow up
beautiful with a name like that. Lauren Stevenson is beautiful all right. Long, slim, brown legs, naturally
blonde hair that looks as if she’s just walked out of the hairdressers, not a single spot on her peaches and
cream complexion. And her clothes, well, it’s labels all the way; you name it, she’s got it. Even her school
shoes are Italian designer. She’s also in the top set for everything, and won the Marvin Grey award for
most promising young dancer in the Midlands.
Oh yes and she’s a cow. If there was a Bovine of the Year Award, for the Most Promising Cow in the
Midlands, Lauren would win that too.
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3. A day HANDOUT 1B
in the What was life like for you when you were younger?
What’s changed since then?
life of Have a think, then write a timeline of your life, detailing
all the physical, emotional, mental, and social changes
you have experienced between the ages of 5 and 13.
ME!
Ages 5-7
Ages 7-11
Ages 11-13
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5. HANDOUT 3
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6. HANDOUT 3
Is your body telling you something?!
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7. HANDOUT 4A
Problem-page
professionals!
Dear Aunt Meg, Dear Uncle Des
I’ve really liked this boy in my school for a long I’m worried! I'm 13 and having lots of sexual
time and every time I see him I just want to go and thoughts and feelings. Is this normal?
tell him but I haven’t got the guts. Jack, Liverpool
What should I do?
Jane, London
Aunt Meg says... Uncle Des says...
You don't need to rush in and tell him Don’t worry, Jack, it’s completely
you like him, Jane. Just be casual and normal to have sexual thoughts and
talk to him. All you need to do to start feelings – especially during puberty
off with is just smile and say hello. when your body is changing. It can be
Then, in time, you can get to know confusing and strange at first, but your
him and, fingers crossed, it’ll turn feelings should calm down once your
into something great! body adjusts to the changes.
Dear Aunt Meg,
I’m 13 and there’s a white kind of fluid coming from down below that sometimes sticks to my underwear.
Is there something wrong with me?
Sarah, Dorset
Aunt Meg says...
Hi Sarah, you don’t need to worry! The fluid is known as discharge and it’s perfectly
normal. All girls experience it – it’s just another part of puberty. If it’s making you
feel a bit icky in the knickers department, I suggest you buy some panty liners to
protect your underwear and help you stay feeling fresh all day.
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8. HANDOUT 4B
Your address (can be fictional):
A letter to the
Problem-page
professionals!
Date:
Dear
Opening sentence-(could be subject of problem)
Main body of the letter
Sign off
Signature (first name)
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9. HANDOUT 6A
Looking Get together in groups of three and imagine you’re
the expert team on a TV makeover show for teenagers.
good, One of you will be the fashion specialist, one will be
the expert on personal hygiene and one will be the
feeling life coach and it’s your job to travel up and down the
country giving your advice on fashion, freshness and
feeling good. Here’s your makeover candidate
fab for this week’s episode…
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10. HANDOUT6B
Looking Fashion specialist:
good, As the fashion specialist, you’ll work with Gertrude
to educate her about general fashion and
feeling accessories. You’ll evaluate her physical attributes,
fab lifestyle, and fashion style in order to make
recommendations on which clothes will help Gertrude
achieve and maintain her desired image.
You’ll also take Gertrude on a personal shopping
trip with a view to doing a ‘before and after’ photo shoot.
Makeover expert If finance is an issue, why not help Gertrude to
roles explained! achieve her ‘dream’ look, and guide her to make
her ideal fashion choices that make her feel
good about herself.
Life coach:
You’ll be responsible for leading
Gertrude on all aspects of her
personal development.
You’ll support Gertrude by
Personal hygiene specialist:
You’ll teach Gertrude the basics and
helping her to set personal
importance of personal hygiene
goals, giving her advice on
and skincare.
eating healthily, monitoring
her daily activities and giving
You’ll discuss Gertrude’s own
her feedback on her progress.
personal hygiene with her and the
need for women to be clean
externally and internally.
You’ll set personal hygiene
goals for Gertrude and
monitor her progress
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11. HANDOUT 7
Get body confident!
1. Not including school PE, on how many 7. On a typical WEEK DAY, how many
days in the last week were you physically hours do you usually watch TV or play
active for at least an hour in total? video games?
3 More than 3 days 3 Not at all
2 1 to 2 days 2 1 - 3 hours
1 Not at all 1 4 - 6 hours or more
2. During a typical week, on how many 8. How many hours per day do you usually
days are you physically active for at least watch TV or play video games on a typical
an hour in total? Do not include PE. WEEKEND?
3 3 to 5 days 3 0 - 3 hours
2 1 to 2 days 2 4 – 7 hours
1 Not at all 1 More than 8 hours
3. Do you take PE at school? 9. In the past 30 days, did you go to a park,
3 Yes playground or open space?
2 No 3 More than 6 times
1 Occasionally 2 1 – 5 times
1 Not at all
4. Have you been a member of any school
sports teams in the past year? 10. The last time you went to a park,
3 Yes playground or open space, were you
1 Occasionally physically active while you were there?
2 No 3 Yes
2 No
5. Outside school hours, do you regularly 1 Not sure
take part in exercise that lasts more than
60 minutes 11. Do you take part in any sports or
3 Very often physical activity with your family?
2 Sometimes 3 Yes
1 Not at all 2 Sometimes
1 Never
6. How many days in the past week did
you walk, cycle, or skateboard to school? 12. How would you rate your physical
3 3 to 5 days activity level?
2 1 to 2 days 3 Excellent
1 Not at all 2 Good
1 Poor
Your Score:
28 to 36: Body confident; you have a healthy body
and a healthy mind.
15 to 24: You need a body boost – increase your
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physical activity.
12 to 14: Your health is at risk, couch potato!
Get exercising now!
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12. HANDOUT 8
A balanced diet contains the correct amount of
You are
all the nutrients your body needs. You need to
know what makes up a balanced diet so you
can choose healthy meals.
There are seven food groups which make up a balanced diet:
• Carbohydrates
• Proteins
• Fats
• Vitamins
• Minerals
• Water
what you eat!
• Fibre
COVER YOUR CARBS! FIND YOUR FATS!
Carbohydrates provide fast-release Fats provide slow-release
energy. Good sources of carbs are: energy. Good sources of fats are:
• Bread • Rice • Eggs • Butter
• Potatoes • Pasta • Nuts • Cheese
• Cereal • Oily fish
PICK YOUR PROTEINS! WISE UP TO WATER!
Protein builds and repairs Water prevents dehydration,
your body’s tissues. Good which can lead to headaches
sources of protein are: and, in severe cases, death!
• Meat Make sure you get plenty.
• Fish Good sources are:
• Eggs • Your kitchen tap
• Pulses TEA • Fruit drinks
• Fruit
• Nuts
Potassium • Tea
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• Seeds
• Milk m
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VERIFY YOUR VITAMINS!
Vitamins help the body grow MAXIMISE YOUR MINERALS!
and function properly and Minerals help your body carry out its
increase its resistance to diseases. normal functions.
• Vitamin A – milk, cheese, red meat, • Iron – meat, fish, beans, spinach,
carrots broccoli and seeds
• Vitamin B – bread, potatoes, nuts
FILL UP ON FIBRE! • Calcium – dairy products, salmon,
Fibre is indigestible plant material
• Vitamin C – broccoli, citrus fruit, greens, spinach, broccoli, oranges
that’s great for keeping our bowels
apples, tomatoes • Zinc - Meats, fish, beans, whole
regular. Good sources of fibre are:
• Vitamin D - milk, eggs, cheese, fish grains, pumpkin seeds, mushrooms
• Wholemeal bread
• Vitamin E – nuts, cereals, carrots • Magnesium - seeds, unrefined grains,
• Wholemeal cereals
beans and other vegetables
• Vegetables
• Potassium – bananas, citrus fruit,
• Fruit
grains, vegetables, meat and fish
• Brown rice
YOUR 5-A-DAY SUMMARY
• Pulses
We’re always being told that we should eat 5 portions of fruit
and vegetables every day. Hardly anyone ever tells you why!
Here are the top 5 reasons:
• Fruit and vegetables are packed with vitamins and minerals
• They’re an excellent source of fibre
• They help reduce the risk of heart disease and some cancers
• They help you to maintain a healthy weight
• They taste delicious!
Can you think of any more reasons?
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13. HANDOUT 9A
Keep your nails Brush
clean and neat your teeth
Nails should always be kept clean There are many important
reasons to brush your teeth every day,
and neatly trimmed or filed. Dirt and
in the morning and before going to bed. Brushing
bacteria can get trapped in nails that removes plaque - a sticky film of bacteria that grows
aren't clean and can be passed from person on our teeth and causes tooth decay, or cavities.
Brushing also helps keep gums healthy and breath fresh.
to person. Preventing the spread
of bacteria prevents the spread To make the most of brushing, use a pea-sized squeeze
of toothpaste on a soft-bristled toothbrush with a shape
of illness and infection.
that suits your mouth and allows you to reach all of the
Nails that are excessively long teeth easily. Hold the toothbrush at a 45-degree angle
hold more dirt than shorter nails. against the gums and brush back and forth in short
movements. Make certain to brush the outer, inner, and
Those with longer nails need to be
chewing surfaces (or flat surfaces) of the teeth.
more diligent about keeping Brushing the tongue will help remove bacteria that
their nails clean. can cause bad breath, and rinsing your mouth with
mouthwash will help get rid of the bacteria that
brushing does not reach.
Wash down below,
girls! It’s important to wash your genitals
regularly, including your anus, to help
Whatever your hair type (thick, fine, curly, straight,
ward off infections and bad odours.
Since a girls’ intimate area is moist dry or oily), it’s important to keep it clean and
and warm, bacteria can grow easily. washed at least weekly. This will help it look and
Vaginal discharge, perspiration, and smell good and prevent the development of scalp
urine can build up, making it even
problems. Those with dry hair
easier for the bacteria to grow.
These bacteria can cause urinary tract often have chemically treated
infections or vaginal infections. (coloured, permed, or
Cleaning yourself with a mild,
straightened) or coarse hair.
unscented soap and water on a
regular basis will help control the While people of all ages can
bacteria growth and limit infections. have oily hair, teenagers often
During the day or when it is not have oily hair because of the
convenient to wash with water and
increase in sebum
soap you can use intimate wipes
to keep you feeling clean and fresh. during puberty.
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14. HANDOUT 9B
Take extra care when
you have your period
When you have your period your body is shedding
Everyday freshness
You could use pantyliners every day to protect your
the lining of the uterus and menstrual blood
knickers from vaginal discharge and to stay fresh
comes out of the vagina. While having
and clean down below. Discharge is the creamy-
your period can be messy, it is easily controlled
coloured stuff that you can sometimes see on your
with a tampon or pad. However,
knickers. All women have vaginal discharge and
once the blood is exposed to the
the amount varies through the menstrual cycle.
air, it can become a bit smelly. To
You may find that this moistness and stickiness
minimise odour and staining of
leaves you feeling uncomfortable, which is why
your clothes, washing your
wearing a pantyliner really helps. Pantyliners are
intimate area at least twice a
similar to sanitary towels, but they’re lighter and
day is recommended. It’s also
thinner and are not designed to absorb heavy
recommended to change
menstrual flow. They are small enough to fit into a
a tampon every four to six
wallet and therefore good to keep handy if you're
hours (a pad every two to
going through puberty, as spotting and irregular
four hours), which will help
periods are common.
control the smell and the
collection of blood.
Be sure to wipe properly Control your
Besides washing your intimate area, it’s important to
wipe with toilet paper after going to the toilet. body odour
Your bowel waste (or poo, as everyone calls it!)
When boys and girls hit puberty, their bodies produce
contains bacteria that can cause vaginal and urinary more perspiration because sweat glands, especially
tract infections, so always remember to wipe your those in their underarms, become more active. More
bottom from front to back. That way, the bacteria from perspiration means a different type of body smell, one
your anal area don’t make their way to your vaginal that is stronger and similar to an adult's. Daily bathing
and urethral area. can be enough to control that odour, but most people
use deodorants and antiperspirants to help keep the
nasty niffs at bay!
Basic skincare Deodorants cover the smell of our sweat, while
antiperspirants try to control our perspiration. Many
Dermatologists normally recommend that we wash our products now contain both a deodorant and an
faces twice a day with a mild soap or gentle antiperspirant. People use sprays, roll-ons or sticks
cleanser. But we have to be careful; if too much of our depending on their individual preference.
skin's natural oil is washed away, it may become very
dry and begin to itch and flake. Too much washing can
interrupt the skin's natural process too, and so it may
start to produce more oil than usual, which can cause
even more breakouts. It’s also important to take off
your make up before you go to bed so that your skin
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15. HANDOUT 10A
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SCORES
Underwear should be changed
1 a) Weekly b) Daily
c) Monthly d) When you feel sweaty
Deodorant should be worn
2 a) Weekly b) Daily
c) When you feel sweaty d) In July and August
Showers or baths should be taken at least
3 a) Weekly b) Monthly
c) Once a day d) After puberty
On average, girls get their first period at age...
4 a) 11 b) 12
c) 13 d) 14
A Pantyliner is...
5 a) A feminine product
c) An eye makeup pencil
b) A kind of cruise ship
d) Flowery paper to decorate the inside
of your underwear drawer
The first sign of puberty for girls is usually...
6 a) A growth spurt b) Breast budding
c) The first period d) Growth of pubic hair
Genetics plays an important factor in the timing of puberty,
7 so if a parent started puberty at an early age, their
children probably will too.
a) FALSE b) TRUE
In boys, the first sign of puberty is...
8 a) Growth of pubic hair b) Growth of underarm hair
c) A voice change d ) Growth of the testes
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16. HANDOUT 10B
S TO BE A T
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BRAINBOX
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Puberty would be late in a boy if it had not started by age...
9 a) 11 b) 12
c) 13 d) 14
Teens get acne because...
10 a) They don't wash their faces well b) they eat too much chocolate
c) Of the hormonal changes d) all of the above
associated with puberty
Pantyliners offer
11 a) Every day protection against vaginal discharge b) All-day freshness
c) Protection from heavy menstrual flow d) a and b
Before having your period, it can be normal to have some
12 clear or whitish vaginal secretions
a) TRUE b) FALSE
Hormones responsible for the changes in puberty include...
13 a) testosterone b) estrogen
c) luteinising hormone d) a, b and c
Gynaecomastia refers to breast development in boys
14 during puberty
a) TRUE b) FALSE
When a girl first starts having periods, she may have...
15 a) One period every 28 days b) Two periods in a month
c) One period every other month d) a, b or c
If puberty begins before age 8 in a girl, it is referred to as....
16 a) early puberty b) puberty
c) precocious puberty d) both a and c
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