Grade levels: Upper Elementary (4-6)

This programme includes a discussion of homosexuality. This programme aims to consider how sex is presented in the media; to consider sexual stereotyping; to reassure pupils that their changing emotions are a normal aspect of puberty.
PLEASE NOTE: These programs address sensitive issues. It is recommended that teachers watch the programmes as part of their lesson preparation before showing them to pupils.

The INSET programme presents the rationale for primary sex and relationship education, considering the problems and pitfalls as well as the statutory basis for sex and relationship education in schools. The programme also gives an overview of the 9 programmes that form the Living and Growing series.
Primary Sex Education: A guide for teachers, parents and governors

9-11 Year Olds. Discusses puberty for both girls and boys. Also discusses sexuality and includes a discussion on homosexuality. Includes Teacher’s Guide. 3 x 15 minutes.
PLEASE NOTE: These programs address sensitive issues. It is recommended that teachers watch the programmes as part of their lesson preparation before showing them to pupils.

Introduces children to life cycles; explores differences between males and females; enables children to reflect on differences between males and females, other than physical differences.
PLEASE NOTE: These programs address sensitive issues. It is recommended that teachers watch the programmes as part of their lesson preparation before showing them to pupils.

This programme contains animation of sexual organs. Explains that a baby develops inside its mother’s womb and that both the male and female sex parts are needed to make a baby; enables children to reflect on their development from babies; informs children about conception and the growth of a baby in the womb.
PLEASE NOTE: These programs address sensitive issues. It is recommended that teachers watch the programmes as part of their lesson preparation before showing them to pupils.

Shows that we grow and change, as do all living things; shows that some changes are social, that we become more independent and able to think about others as well as ourselves; looks at identity and self-esteem, and reinforces the belief that we are all special.
PLEASE NOTE: These programs address sensitive issues. It is recommended that teachers watch the programmes as part of their lesson preparation before showing them to pupils.

The program aims to introduce children to the physical and emotional changes that occur during puberty; to consider some of the changes over which we have no control and the choices we can make concerning those over which we do have control.
PLEASE NOTE: These programs address sensitive issues. It is recommended that teachers watch the programmes as part of their lesson preparation before showing them to pupils.