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Tips for the facilitator
A single sex group may be necessary and if possible a facilitator of same sex as the group. This depends
on the comfort level of the facilitator in handling issues of sex and sexuality. A comfortable, non-
threatening atmosphere is needed to conduct the session. Visual aids and charts are very helpful to
conduct the session. The aids should include models of the physical anatomy of male and female. If
possible a quick pre-test like a quiz helps to know what children know. For example, questions can be
based on the models or aids used. During the review, the quiz can be repeated as well. The quiz should
not appear like a test and is only meant for the facilitator to find out what children know.Review
How did they feel discussing these words? What was new about what they learned?
Use the question box if necessary.Linking Learning With Life
What words do you think you will use now when you talk about girls/boys? With friends? With
adults? How do you feel now when your friends use words that do not respect others? This is for
self-reflection and need not be discussed.