Age & Stage - What do children need to know?
The following is a guideline of how children develop and age-appropriate topics for discussion
Ages 5 - 10
Ages 10 - 15
Teens may hold back because they are embarrassed, feel your embarrassment or think they know it all (or should know it all.) They may be aware sex is not discussed in family or worry that they’ll appear to be sexually active by asking.
Young People Requiring Extra Support
Some young people may need extra support or a different approach to communicating about sexual health and relationships. All children learn in different ways. Repitition and using various resources can help.
Young people with additional learning needs or who have missed some schooling may need extra input to ensure they understand. Your school have a role to play in this too, if you’re concerned about your child’s learning in any area let them know.
There are resources available to support you:
Many of these resources can be borrowed by parents/carers and professionals for free from the Public Health Library in Dundee.
There are also a range of online resources that you can access at home.