Puberty WebQuest
An Internet WebQuest on Puberty
Created by Mrs. Dipzinski
Introduction | The Task | The Process, Grading & Resources | Questions |
Conclusion
Introduction
Puberty is often referred to as a "roller coaster ride". How can kids and teens
maintain a positive self-image during this time? What are some ways to deal
with the changes that are happening during puberty?
Whereas puberty can be an exciting time, it can also be a time when kids and
teens feel nervous or anxious. The changes of puberty do not happen at the
same time for everyone, so sometimes teens feel unsure of themselves.
This activity will give you an opportunity to explore the areas of puberty that
you would like more information about. So sit back, relax, and enjoy.
The Task
You will be learning proper health terms, more about physical changes
during puberty, and exploring areas in which you may have some questions.
During the next eight (8) days you will find out the answers to all your puberty
questions and more.
1. Each day the agenda on the board will outline the day’s task that
corresponds with the web quest and your workbook.
2. You must complete the assigned task for that day in the workbook
provided. For example if you look at day one in the work book it directly
corresponds to the directions on the web quest for that day.
3. This packet is due on ___________________________.
On day five (5) you will have time to go back and complete any sections not
done. You may also obtain a QRT pass to go to the library to complete a
section not done or see me after school.
The Process, Grading and Resources
During this activity, you will be checking out information on the web that is
related to puberty. You are to only go to the websites designated on this web
quest. You are not to obtain information from any other website. You may
bring ear buds or head phones to listen to the readings and/or videos.
You are expected to complete the worksheet packet provided to you for a
grade of 60 points for days 1-6, days 7 and 8 are graded separately based on
their individual rubrics which will be gone over on the individual days.
Questions
Puberty questions can be placed daily in the question box or if you are
comfortable you can come directly to Mrs. Dipzinski.
Conclusion
Hopefully after this quest, you should feel more comfortable and less anxious
about the changes of puberty. If you do need additional questions answered you
can find more information at: http://kidshealth.org/kid/
Use the Internet information linked below to complete the instructions for each
day. Put all information on the worksheets provided.
DAY 1: Body Image and Self Esteem
 You will begin this web quest by reading an article about body image.
Record your notes on the worksheet in the Puberty Web Quest
Workbook pages 1-3
 Body Image/Self Esteem:
http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_mind/body_image/body_image.html
 PAIR-SHARE: Compare notes with a peer and get any notes that you
do not have written down.
 Write a summary at the bottom of each page that corresponds to the
notes you took (homework if not completed in class).
DAY 2: What is puberty?
 Read/listen to the introduction to puberty at the link below and
complete the notes/vocabulary sheet in the Puberty Web Quest
Workbook pages 4-6.
http://kidshealth.org/kid/grow/body_stuff/puberty.html#
 PAIR-SHARE: Compare notes with a peer and get any notes that you
do not have written down.
 Write a summary at the bottom of each page that corresponds to the
notes you took (homework if not completed in class).
DAY 3: Male/Female Reproductive Systems
 Complete the journal question on page 7 then,
 Label and define the parts of the male reproductive system on the
worksheet in the Puberty Web Quest Workbook page 8 using the
interactive link below:
http://kidshealth.org/teen/interactive/mrs_it.html#cat20449
 Label and define the parts of the female reproductive system on the
worksheet in the Puberty Web Quest Workbook page 9 using the
interactive link below:
http://kidshealth.org/kid/interactive/female_it.html
 PAIR-SHARE: Compare notes with a peer (same gender) and get any
notes that you do not have written down
 Place ½ sheet of paper in the question box with one thing you learned
or one question you have about puberty.
DAY 4: Male/Female Puberty – Physical Changes
 Complete the journal question on page 11 then,
 Puberty - Physical Changes – watch the video “Always Changing Coed” completing the Venn diagram notes on page 12.
http://www.pgschoolprograms.com/programs.php?pid=1
 PAIR-SHARE: Compare notes with a peer and get any notes that you
do not have written down.
 Write a summary at the bottom of the Cornell notes page that
corresponds to the notes you took (homework if not completed in
class).
 MID POINT CHECK --- HAND IN PACKETS TO MRS.
DIPZINSKI!
Day 5: Male Issues and Menstruation
 Read/listen to the article on Male issues and fill out the worksheet in
the Puberty Web Quest Workbook page 13.
http://kidshealth.org/kid/grow/boy/down_there.html#cat20449
 Read/listen to the interactive video on Menstruation/Periods and fill
out the worksheet in the Puberty Web Quest Workbook page 14. Go to:
http://kidshealth.org/kid/interactive/female_it.html and click on the top
of the picture to “GO TO MENSTRUAL CYCLE” You will need to
play each section and record the notes.
 Go back and complete any sections not completed
 PAIR-SHARE: Compare notes with a peer (same gender) and get any
notes that you do not have written down
 Write a summary at the bottom of the Cornell notes page that
corresponds to the notes you took (homework if not completed in
class).
OPTIONAL: You may choose either of these articles to review and write a
SAR summary if you finish early.
 Common Period Problems
http://kidshealth.org/teen/sexual_health/girls/menstrual_problems.html
 Online Identity
http://kidshealth.org/kid/grow/tough_topics/online_id.html#cat20186
DAY 6: Physical/Social/Emotional Changes
 Question box --- Inquiring minds want to know responses.
 As a large group we will be reading the article “What’s Happening to
my Body?” in the Puberty Web Quest Workbook pages 17-19.
 Highlight, text tag and make connections on the article together on
these pages.
 PAIR-SHARE: Compare notes with a peer (same gender) and get any
notes that you do not have written down
 Write a summary at the bottom of the Cornell notes page that
corresponds to the notes you took (homework if not completed in
class).
DAY 7: Personal Puberty Plan
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Each of you will create a personal puberty plan using the information
you gathered during the past six (6) classes.
Using the JUST DEAL WITH IT – MY PUBERTY PLAN worksheet
in the Puberty Web Quest Workbook page 21, complete your personal
puberty plan based on EVERYTHING you have learned during this
web quest.
Grade yourself on the rubric in the Puberty Web Quest Workbook
page 20 (40 points)
Hand in Puberty Plan and Rubric on _________________________.
DAY 8: Real World Feedback
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Now's the time to put your learning into a letter you'll send to another
6th grader of your own gender. As an advice columnist (sample on
page 22 of the Puberty Web Quest Workbook), you will give them
advice on how to maintain a good self-image while experiencing the
changes of puberty.
Grade yourself on the rubric in the Puberty Web Quest Workbook
page 23 (20 Points).
You will hand in this letter and rubric on ____________________.
EVALUATION: Please fill out the evaluation form for Mrs. Dipzinski on
page 24 of the Puberty Web Quest Workbook.