Teaching Sexual Health - Resources for Educators
Providing accurate, inclusive, and age-appropriate sexual health education is essential in helping students make informed decisions about their well-being. Lakelands Public Health is here to support educators with reliable resources, information and guidance on discussing topics such as consent, relationships, reproductive health, and LGBTQ+ inclusivity. Whether you're looking for curriculum materials or support programs and organizations that foster a safe and open learning environment, you'll find valuable tools to enhance your teaching and empower your students.
Lesson Plan & Resource Finder
Organized on a grade-by-grade basis, this sexual health resource follows the grade specific expectation(s) as set out in the Ontario Curriculum, Health and Physical Education (2019). Resources provide information related to each and/or several expectations that are listed for the specific grade. The following resources are identified as a reference for educators, however you will need to follow your board/school directions related to the delivery of curriculum and selection of materials that are appropriate for student handouts.
Teaching Sexual Health
Find lesson plans and classroom resources (in English and French) for Grades 4 to 12 and students with differing abilities by grade, topic, language or resource type.
Sex and Contraception
Download this comprehensive guide on contraception, published by SexandU.ca, an initiative of the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada. It covers various birth control methods, their effectiveness, benefits, and potential side effects.
Teen Health Source
Brought to you by Planned Parenthood Toronto, Teen Health Source is a sexual health information service run for and by youth. Whether teens need information about birth control, sexually transmitted infections, healthy relationships, or puberty, Teen Health Source provides information in a non-judgmental, sex-positive, pro-choice, and inclusive manner.
Physical and Health Education Canada
Always Changing offers a FREE, user-friendly downloadable guides offering a comprehensive, turnkey program that will expand student knowledge and understanding of the physical, emotional, and social changes related to puberty.
Sexually Transmitted Infections for Youth
This updated booklet is targeted to youth. It discusses signs and symptoms of STIs, how to get tested, how to prevent STIs. It also provides messages for making healthy decisions.
Additional Resources
Didn't find the resource you're looking for? Below is a collection of additional resources to support you in learning and/or teaching about sexual health topics.
We also have teaching kits with props that Educators can borrow (e.g., to demonstrate condom use).
Sex and U
Canada's leading authority on sexual and reproductive health by the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada. They provide accurate, credible, and up-to-date information and education on sexual and reproductive health topics.
Sexual Health Ontario
Information on a range of sexual health topics, brought to you by Ontario Public Health.
Sieccan - The Sex Information & Education Council of Canada
Sieccan is a not-for-profit organization that works with educators, health professionals, community organizations, governments, and other partners to promote the sexual and reproductive health of Canadians. Here you will find resources to support comprehensive sexual health education, including tip sheets to support youth with physical disabilities.
The Sex You Want
A resource from the Gay Men's Sexual Health Alliance to help you and your partners think through the decisions that can impact your health.
My Life, My Plan - Best Start
A booklet for youth with facts and referrals about physical health, mental health, reproductive health, relationships, family health history, and their future.
Planet Puberty
An Australian resource to help parents and educators of kids with intellectual exceptionalities and autism navigate the journey through puberty.
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