Growing Up

Puberty is an important part of living and growing. During these years of a child's life the physical and emotional changes mark one of the most profound human turning points. There are surprisingly few audio-visual aids to the teacher or parents on this subject. Now BountyVision introduces Growing Up,a film that sensitively, but without coyness, presents puberty in a form suitable for educators. Produced for viewing by 10 to 12 year olds, and based on consultation with health educators, the film was created by John Halas of the Educational Film Centre. Using animated drawings it follows the stages of growth from babyhood, tracing the changes in the bodies of boys and girls through to adolescence. The film shows how boys and girls develop, how the physical characteristics change with the effect of sex hormones on the body and describes and illustrates the male and female sex organs. “Growing Up” does not cover the process of having a baby but concentrates on what is happening to the body of a boy or girl during puberty. Erection and wet dreams, menstruation and sanitary protection are dealt with simply and sensibly. Growing Up outlines the importance of exercise, nutrition and hygiene in fitness and health. It describes the best types of foods to eat and the ones to avoid; how to look after the skin and hair and how washing regularly helps to keep spots at bay. The film concludes with the fact that although the physical changes come first, emotional development continues into the twenties. People's experiences and emotions differ during puberty, But these years are really something to celebrate, for they mark a very important turning point in your life. Remembering that, and understanding what's going on, will make this part of growing up so much more enjoyable.” 2004 re-release

This film is not part of a series.

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• University: $149
• Media Center: $149
• Individual School: $99
• Public Library: $110

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