Before Body Basics – 4th Grade Girls

Fall Session One

A form to sign up will appear at the bottom of this page when classes have been released. 

Class Description

Preparing for how bodies can change during puberty while learning about thoughts and feelings.

Before Body Basics playfully and age-appropriately introduces youth to how their bodies, thoughts and feelings may be changing as they prepare to go through puberty. Students will acknowledge their places of support and guidance in preparation for puberty, building confidence and trust.

Topics Discussed Include:

• What is puberty? What is adolescence?
• Changing bodies are normal! What to expect.
• What is a thought? What is a feeling?
• Respecting all bodies types rocks!

Activities Include:

• Creating group agreements
• Positive Adolescence Maps
• Amazing facts about changing bodies!
• The Story of Betty and Reproductive System Rita
• Back Up Your Buzz!
• Time Together at home: Conversations and activities connecting parenting adults with their youth, supporting a positive foundation for her journey through puberty.

Details

• Class Size: 6-8 students
• Session Structure: 6 classes, 1 1/4 hours each, twice a week
• Includes: 1.5 hour virtual parent education meeting
• Cost: $310 – as always, partial scholarships and payment plans are available

Parent Meeting 

Parent Meeting Tuesday – September 8, 5:30-6:45pm

At least one parent or guardian must attend the Zoom parent meeting in order for the student to participate in classes. All parenting adults are invited to attend.

Class Schedule

All classes are from 3:45-5:00pm

Thursday – September 17

Wednesday – September 23

Thursday – October 8

Tuesday – October 13

Friday – October 16

Monday – October 19