Puberty and Growing Up Flashcards

Grade 4 · Health · Flashcards

Review key terms and concepts about puberty and the changes that come with growing up.

Flashcards

Puberty: The stage of life when a child's body develops into an adult body
Hormones: Chemical messengers in the body that cause physical and emotional changes during puberty
Growth spurt: A period of fast physical growth in height and weight
Hygiene: Habits that keep the body clean and healthy, like bathing and brushing teeth
Deodorant: A product applied to the underarms to control body odor
Adolescence: The period of life that includes puberty, roughly ages 10-19
Mood swings: Quick changes in emotions that are common during puberty
Glands: Body organs that produce substances like sweat, oil, or hormones
Physical changes: Changes to the body during puberty such as growing taller and developing new body features
Emotional changes: Changes in feelings and mood that are a normal part of puberty
Trusted adult: A safe person like a parent or school counselor you can ask about growing up
Self-care: Actions you take to keep yourself healthy, including sleep, nutrition, exercise, and hygiene