Table of Contents

Introduction. The Development of the Programme. About the Programme. How to Use the Programme. Strength Cards. Tutor Notes.

Part I:The Challenges of Early Adolescence.

1. This is Me.
2. Me and My World.
3. Friendships.
4. My Network.
5. Who Do I Trust?
6. Making Friends.
7. Making Friends Online.
8. Gender Identity.
9. We Are All Different.
10. We All Grow Up and Change.
11. Look into the Future.

Part II: Puberty and Preparation for Adult Relationships.

12. Understanding Our Bodies.
13. Personal Hygiene.
14. Things People Worry About – Around Puberty.
15. Expectations About How We Behave.
16. Behaviour in Public Space and Private Space.
17. Expectations Change.
18. What the Law Says.
19. Making Friends.
20. Being a Friend.
21. From Friendships to Relationships.
22. Things Are Not Always What They Seem.
23. Thinking About a Relationship.
24. Eat Well and Be Healthy.
25. A Balanced Diet.
26. Getting to Know You.
27. Reading Hidden Messages.
28. It Takes Two – Dealing with Setbacks.
29. Building a Relationship.
30. Safe Sex.

References. Appendix I: Tutor Notes. Appendix II: Baseline Assessments. Strength Cards. Friendship Cards. Situation Cards. About Me Cards. Personal Space Cards. Actions Cards. Response Cards. Public Space or Private Space Cards. Clothing Cards.