Emerging Relationships

by Alyssa D. McElwain, Ph.D. and Vanessa Finnegan, Ph.D.

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Emerging Relationships

Author(s): Alyssa D. McElwain, Ph.D. and Vanessa Finnegan, Ph.D.
Keyword(s): Emerging Relationships; Healthy Relationships
Abstract:

Relationships matter, and developing skills to form healthy connections during the years leading up to adolescence benefits young people. Developed for 10- to 12-year-olds, Emerging Relationships  is a research-based curriculum that aligns with national standards for school-based health education for use in both school and community settings. Grounded in the six principles of positive youth development (character, caring, confidence, connection, competence, and contribution), Emerging Relationships equips ‘tweens with skills to form healthy relationships with themselves and their peers.

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Sub-Title: Preparing for Healthy Relationships
Grades: Grades 5-6
Length: 6 Lessons
Short Description:

The program’s six lessons teach youth personal responsibility, emotional competence, healthy development, healthy relationships, avoiding risk-taking, and how to share with others what they have learned.