NEW Health and Wellbeing: SPHE 1 has been written for the 2023 Junior Cycle SPHE Course specification. It covers the four strands and learning outcomes of the SPHE element of Wellbeing
- Easy-to-read, bright and attractive design, with full-colour illustrations and engaging photos
- Uses easily understandable and age-appropriate language
- Each strand addresses each of the Eight Key Skills of the Junior Cycle
- Includes new and updated, age-appropriate units on diversity, emotional health, advertising and young people, RSE, mindfulness, stress management and relaxation techniques
- Comprehensively addresses all areas of SPHE as a core element of 2023 Junior Cycle Wellbeing programme
- Not a ‘one size fits all’ lesson-based textbook - this publication allows class groups the flexibility to progress through each unit at their own pace
- Includes a wide range of activities and assessment techniques which acknowledge the different learning styles and varying needs of students
- Learning Intentions given for each unit, with quizzes and activities to establish students’ level of knowledge
- 'Reflections' allow students to reflect on their learning and to keep a record of it, facilitating the completion of classroom-based assessments (CBAs)
- Follows best practice in addressing the health and wellbeing needs of young people
- Cyberbullying covered in detail, with tips and suggestions for dealing with it
- Key words are listed at the beginning of each unit and explained throughout the text
- Wellbeing indicators are included for each activity