Science·The Human Body·conceptual
Growing Up & Puberty
Describe the stages of human development from birth to old age: baby, toddler, child, adolescent (puberty), young adult, middle-aged adult, elderly — understanding the physical changes that happen at each stage, especially during puberty
Suggested ages 9–11
Learning journey
Your child is discovering how their body works — exploring the respiratory, circulatory, and nervous systems in detail, and understanding how lifestyle choices affect their health and development.
Evidence of understanding
- Name and order at least six life stages from birth to old age
- Describe key physical changes during puberty (growth spurts, body shape changes, development of adult features)
- Explain that puberty is triggered by hormones — chemical messengers released by glands
Assessment prompt
Can Growing Up & Puberty describe how a person’s body changes as they grow from a baby to an adult to an elderly person — and explain what happens during puberty?
Standards alignment
No external standards are linked to this topic.