HEALTH AND WELLBEING SPHE 1

Health and Wellbeing: SPHE 1 covers the four strands and learning outcomes of the SPHE element of Wellbeing and the New Junior Cycle SPHE short course

Each strand addresses each of the Eight Key Skills of the new Junior Cycle
Comprehensively addresses all elements of the established SPHE programme
Uses easily understandable and age-appropriate language
Follows best practice in addressing the health and wellbeing needs of young people
Includes a new and age-appropriate unit on mental health, mindfulness, stress management and relaxation techniques
Cyberbullying covered in detail, with tips and suggestions for dealing with it
Easy-to-read, bright and attractive design, with full-colour illustrations and engaging photos
Not a ‘one size fits all’ lesson-based textbook – allows class groups the flexibility to progress through each lesson plan 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 Outcomes given for each unit, with quizzes and activities to establish students’ level of knowledge
Key words are listed at the beginning of each unit and explained throughout the text
‘Learning Logs’ allow students to reflect on their learning and to keep a record of it, facilitating the completion of classroom-based assessments and student journals