Science
The Human Body
Conceptual
9–11 yrs
Growing Up & Puberty
成长与青春期
Description
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
Mastery Evidence
- 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 your child 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?
