PSHE Worksheets, Workbooks & Books

What is PSHE?

PSHE (Personal, Social, Health and Economic education) is the process through which young people develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes they need to manage their lives, now and in the future.

PSHE is an important part of the primary school curriculum, as it helps pupils to develop into well-rounded individuals who are able to manage their own lives effectively.

Topics covered in PSHE lessons

PSHE lessons cover a wide range of topics, from relationships, alcohol education and health to personal safety, body image, bullying and media education.

A fully resourced PSHE lesson may cover topics such as:

• Friendships and healthy relationships
• Online safety
• Personal hygiene
• Healthy eating and nutrition
• Growing and changing
• Emotional health, well-being and self-esteem
• Exercise and mental health
• Drug and alcohol education
• Sex education

To support PSHE education, there are many teaching resources available, including lesson plans and online materials that help to guide classroom instruction. These resources are often tailored specifically for different key stages, so teachers can be sure to address the learning goals of their pupils effectively.

Create engaging PSHE lessons tailored to your pupils' needs

PSHE is a vitally important part of a child's education at every key stage, providing them with the tools and knowledge they need to grow into healthy and happy adults.

When creating PSHE lessons, it is essential that teachers tailor them to the specific needs and interests of pupils. Whether you are focusing on topics like positive relationships and healthy living or helping pupils learn about responsible citizenry, a PSHE lesson should be engaging, interactive and thought-provoking.

Additionally, PSHE should be delivered implicitly as well as explicitly in all areas of the curriculum so that pupils see it reflected across all their subjects. With the right approach, your PSHE lessons can help your pupils succeed both inside and outside of the classroom.

Prim-Ed Publishing offers a number of resources and lesson plans that can help teachers to create engaging sessions that will reach and resonate with pupils.

Teaching PSHE in primary school

Whether you are an experienced PSHE teacher or a new educator, there are many techniques that you can use to make your PSHE lessons engaging and effective.

Interactive activities

One key strategy is to incorporate interactive activities into your lessons. For a lesson about health education and nutrition, you may structure classroom activities around:

• Group discussions that require critical thinking.
• Games and puzzles that foster teamwork.

By fostering active participation from pupils, you will be able to keep them engaged and ensure that they are truly learning from your PSHE lesson.

Real-world situations and issues

Another effective strategy for creating engaging PSHE lessons is to connect the topic at hand with real-world situations and issues.

For example, if you are teaching about dealing with stress or peer pressure, you might:

• Invite guest speakers into the classroom.
• Have pupils conduct research on current case studies related to relevant topics.

By giving your pupils a chance to apply what they are learning in a practical context, you will help them better understand the importance of PSHE concepts in their own lives.

Employ strategies for delivering engaging PSHE lessons

Overall, by familiarising one’s self with strategies for delivering engaging PSHE lessons, as well as utilising creative teaching methods tailored to the key stage, teachers can ensure that pupils receive high-quality PSHE education that is relevant and life-changing!

Benefits of learning about PSHE in primary school

PSHE education provides pupils with the knowledge, skills and strategies they need to stay safe and healthy throughout their lives. Learning about health education in primary school is an incredibly valuable experience that offers a range of benefits to young people.

Benefits of PSHE education:

• Confidence: Build confidence, equipping children with the skills they need to navigate life's challenges and the motivation to succeed both in and out of the classroom.
• Resilience: Promote resilience by teaching children how to deal with difficult emotions like anxiety and stress.
• Self-esteem: Promote positive self-esteem, enabling pupils to recognise strengths and abilities, feel good about themselves and work towards personal growth.
• Manage risk: Better understand risk and how different factors can influence decisions. This provides pupils with the tools to manage risk in many different areas of life.
• Make informed choices: From managing money and relationships to navigating social media and cyberbullying, PSHE education gives pupils all the necessary knowledge and skills to navigate the myriad challenges they face growing up.
• Critical thinking: Develop critical thinking skills through learning about topics like nutrition, healthy relationships and safe internet use. These topics help children think more carefully about choices and individual responsibility.

Overall, it is clear that PSHE plays an essential role in fostering healthy personal development in young people, making it a crucial part of any school curriculum.

By teaching PSHE in primary school, you can help children develop into well-rounded individuals who are equipped to manage their own health and well-being effectively.

PSHE resources from Prim-Ed Publishing

To support PSHE instruction in primary schools, Prim-Ed Publishing offers a wide array of high-quality teaching resources.

Our resources aim to help educators introduce a variety of topics and support young learners' development, knowledge and values.

• Digital resources
• EBooks
• Editable pupil worksheets
• Lesson plans and units
• Photocopiable books
• Posters
• Reference materials

If you are looking for ways to engage your pupils in social, emotional and health education classes, view our full PSHE range for resource ideas. See what’s new for your school, browse our latest products for your school, or contact us to find out more.

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