Using Teachable Moments to Respond to Children's Questions and Behaviors Regarding Their Bodies
| Date | Old State | New State | By | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 December 2007 - 10:57am | (creation) | approved | Maesie |
Appropriate For: Elementary SBHC
Topic Area: Building Skills Within Relationships | Sexual Orientation/Gender Identification | Using Communication and Learning Styles | Working with Youth
Type of Resource: Web Site
Link to Resource:
This article from the Resource Center for Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention shows you how you can help children grow up sexually healthy by responding positively to their questions and behavior regarding their bodies. It illustrates how you can utilize daily opportunities to promote children's appreciation of their own bodies and respect for the bodies of others. It includes the following:
- An Introduction, including:
- The Goals of Using Teachable Moments
- The Facts About Childhood Sexuality — a quick quiz
- Guidelines for Using Teachable Moments
- Answering Children's Questions, including a practice session with sample questions
- Reinforcing Body Rights and Responsibilities, including a practice session with sample questions
This article was originally developed for educators, however the information would be useful for SBHC staff working with elementary school children.
