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STANDARD 2.4 (HUMAN RELATIONSHIPS AND SEXUALITY) by Grade 6

Strands with Cumulative Progress Indicators

A. Relationships

  1. Compare and contrast the interconnected and cooperative roles of family members.
  2. Investigate ways that individuals and families enhance and support social and emotional health and meet basic human needs.
  3. Describe the characteristics of a healthy relationship and discuss factors that support and sustain it.
  4. Describe how peer relationships may change during adolescence.
  5. Discuss different forms of dating and explain the role of dating in personal growth.

B. Sexuality

  1. Describe the individual growth patterns of males and females during adolescence.
  2. Discuss strategies to remain abstinent and resist pressures to become sexually active.
  3. Discuss the possible physical, social, and emotional impacts of adolescent sexual activity.
  4. Describe behaviors that place one at risk for HIV/AIDS, STDs, or unintended pregnancy.
  5. Identify sexual feelings common to young adolescents and differentiate between having sexual feelings and acting on them.
  6. Discuss how parents, peers, and the media influence attitudes about sexuality.

C. Pregnancy and Parenting

  1. Discuss fertilization, embryonic development, and fetal development.
  2. Describe the signs and symptoms of pregnancy.
  3. Recommend prenatal practices that support a healthy pregnancy.
  4. Discuss the potential challenges faced by adolescent parents and their families.
  5. Recommend sources of information and help for parents.