Athletics & Wellness Grade 4 45 min

My Amazing Growing Body

This lesson is all about how your amazing body grows and changes. Learning about it helps you understand what's happening and feel great about getting bigger and stronger!

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What & Why

Your body is always growing, but sometimes it grows extra fast! This is called a growth spurt. It means your bones and muscles are getting longer and stronger.It's a normal and healthy part of life for everyone. Understanding how you grow helps you take good care of your amazing body!
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Example 1 — The Too-Short Pants

Meet Kai. Last month, his favorite jeans fit perfectly. Here's what happened next:Notice: Kai put on his jeans and saw his ankles were showing. They were too short!Feeling: He felt surprised. How did that happen so fast?Action: He showed his mom.Understanding: His mom smiled and said, "Wow, you've had a growth spurt! That's fantastic. It means you're growing healthy and strong. Let's go shopping for new pants."
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Example 2 — Nighttime Aches

This is about Priya. Sometimes, she would wake up at night because her legs felt achy. Here's her story:Feeling: Priya felt a dull ache in her shins and calves. It was a little worrying.Action: She told her dad about it.Understanding: Her dad explained these are often called "growing pains." They can happen when bones grow quickly. He helped her do a gentle stretch.Result: Knowing it was just a normal part of growing made Priya feel much better.

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Sample Practice Questions

Beginner
What is a sudden, fast period of growing called?
A.A growth spurt
B.A running start
C.A sleepy spell
D.A food coma
Beginner
Your favorite sweater now feels tight in the arms and short at the wrists. What is the MOST likely reason?
A.The sweater shrunk in the wash.
B.You are growing bigger and taller.
C.Someone stretched your sweater.
D.It is colder outside.
Beginner
When does your body do a lot of its important growing work?
A.While you are watching TV
B.While you are at school
C.While you are sleeping
D.While you are eating lunch

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This lesson is all about how your amazing body grows and changes. Learning about it helps you understand what's happening and feel great about getting bigger and stronger!

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