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Get Real: Comprehensive Sex Education That Works Table of Contents Grade 6 Lessons Lesson 6-1: Creating the Classroom Climate Classroom expectations and group rights and responsibilities are established. Students are introduced the key Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) skills they will focus on in the program: self-awareness, self- management, social awareness, relationship skills and responsible decision making. Students play a game to get to know each other and begin to become comfortable talking about sexuality in the class. They brainstorm caring adults to whom they can to with questions or concerns. Lesson 6-2: Communication and Refusal Skills Students are introduced to effective communication skills and practice active listening and assertive communication. They discuss refusal tactics and various refusal techniques that can help them say NO clearly and effectively. Lesson 6-3: Relationships and Boundaries Students examine relationships and identify the different relationship circles in their lives. They explore the idea of physical boundaries and the importance of respecting others’ personal space. Then they discuss qualities of healthy versus unhealthy relationships, including some of the risks of young people dating older partners. They practice communication skills for establishing clear boundaries and resisting peer pressure. Lesson 6-4: Male Anatomy and Reproduction This lesson focuses on male reproductive anatomy and physiology. Students test their knowledge and then review and label the parts of the male reproductive system using a poster and handout. The teacher explains how pregnancy occurs, and the role of condoms in preventing pregnancy. Lesson 6-5: Female Anatomy and Reproduction This lesson focuses on female reproductive anatomy and physiology. Students test their knowledge and then review and label the parts of the female reproductive system using a poster and handout. The teacher explains the processes of ovulation