Pre-Puberty Worksheet for 9-Year-Olds — Physical Education Resource

Instructions

Your body is amazing! Around your age, it starts getting ready for some big changes that happen when you become a teenager. This time is called pre-puberty. It's a normal and healthy part of growing up, and everyone goes through it, though at their own pace. Read the information and complete the activities below to learn how to take great care of your growing body!

Activity 1: Fact Check Circle

Read each sentence. If it is true, circle TRUE. If it is false, circle FALSE.

1. It's normal to start sweating more as you get older.
   TRUE / FALSE


2. Everyone's body starts changing at the exact same age and time.
   TRUE / FALSE


3. Getting enough sleep is not important for a growing body.
   TRUE / FALSE


4. Washing your hands and body is called hygiene.
   TRUE / FALSE

Activity 2: Healthy Habits Match-Up

Your body is changing, and so are its needs! Draw a line to match the change or feeling in Column A with the healthy habit that helps in Column B.

Activity 3: Word Scramble

Unscramble these important words related to taking care of yourself. Write the correct word on the line.

1. H E A L T H Y
   _________________________


2. S W E A T
   _________________________


3. G R O W T H
   _________________________


4. S H O W E R
   _________________________


5. C H A N G E
   _________________________

Activity 4: Fill in the Blanks

Use the words in the box below to complete the sentences about taking care of your body. You will not use all the words.

1. It is important to keep your body _____________________ by bathing or showering regularly.

2. Pre-puberty is something that happens to _____________________ as they grow up.

3. To help your body grow strong and rest, you need about 9-11 hours of _____________________ each night.

4. Washing your _____________________ with soap and water can help prevent pimples.

Answer Key

Activity 1: Fact Check Circle

1. TRUE
2. FALSE
3. FALSE
4. TRUE

Activity 2: Healthy Habits Match-Up

• 1. Feeling very tired — C. Get 9 to 11 hours of sleep a night
• 2. Your skin gets oilier — D. Wash your face every day
• 3. More body odor after playing — A. Use deodorant
• 4. Having a growth spurt — B. Eat healthy foods like fruits & vegetables

Activity 3: Word Scramble

1. HEALTHY
2. SWEAT
3. GROWTH
4. SHOWER
5. CHANGE

Activity 4: Fill in the Blanks

1. clean
2. everyone
3. sleep
4. face