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Body Image and You

Lesson Plan

Body Image and You

physical health: body image

This lesson focuses on understanding body image and its impact on physical health. Students will engage in active learning through discussion and reading to explore how body image affects self-esteem and health behaviors. This lesson is important as it helps students develop a positive body image and promotes mental and physical well-being.

Audience

6th grade health

Time

45 minutes

Approach

Active Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, and Reading Handout

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief introduction to the concept of body image.
  • Ask students what they think body image means and why it might be important.

Step 2

Reading Activity

15 mins

  • Distribute the reading handout on body image.
  • Ask students to read the handout individually or in pairs.
  • Encourage them to highlight or note any parts they find interesting or surprising.

Step 3

Discussion

20 mins

  • Use the discussion questions to facilitate a class discussion.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences related to body image.
  • Guide the discussion to cover how media, peers, and family can influence body image.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

  • Summarize the key points discussed in the lesson.
  • Ask students to reflect on one thing they learned about body image.
  • Encourage them to think about how they can promote a positive body image in themselves and others.
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Discussion

Body Image Discussion

A guided discussion to explore students' understanding and perceptions of body image.

What does body image mean to you?

Encourage students to think about how they perceive their own bodies and how they believe others perceive them.







How do media and social media influence our body image?

Discuss the role of advertisements, influencers, and social media platforms in shaping body image ideals.







What are some ways we can promote a positive body image?

Explore strategies such as self-acceptance, focusing on health rather than appearance, and supporting others.







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Reading

Understanding Body Image

A reading handout that provides an overview of body image, its influences, and its impact on health.

Understanding Body Image

Body image refers to how we perceive our own bodies and how we think others perceive us. It can be influenced by a variety of factors, including media, family, and peers. A positive body image is important for mental and physical health, as it can affect self-esteem and health behaviors.

Influences on Body Image

  • Media: Often portrays unrealistic body standards.
  • Peers: Can impact how we view ourselves through comparison.
  • Family: Family attitudes and comments can shape our body image.

Promoting Positive Body Image

  • Focus on health, not appearance.
  • Practice self-acceptance and self-compassion.
  • Encourage and support others in developing a positive body image.
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