Sláinte agus Folláine OSPS 1 is the Irish lanuage version of Health and Wellbeing 1
Health and Wellbeing: SPHE 1 covers the four strands and learning outcomes of the SPHE element of Wellbeing and the New Junior Cycle SPHE short course
- Each strand addresses each of the Eight Key Skills of the new Junior Cycle
- Comprehensively addresses all elements of the established SPHE programme
- Uses easily understandable and age-appropriate language
- Follows best practice in addressing the health and wellbeing needs of young people
- Includes a new and age-appropriate unit on mental health, mindfulness, stress management and relaxation techniques
- Cyberbullying covered in detail, with tips and suggestions for dealing with it
- Easy-to-read, bright and attractive design, with full-colour illustrations and engaging photos
- Not a 'one size fits all' lesson-based textbook - allows class groups the flexibility to progress through each lesson plan at their own pace
- Includes a wide range of activities and assessment techniques which acknowledge the different learning styles and varying needs of students
- Learning Outcomes given for each unit, with quizzes and activities to establish students' level of knowledge
- Key words are listed at the beginning of each unit and explained throughout the text
- 'Learning Logs' allow students to reflect on their learning and to keep a record of it, facilitating the completion of classroom-based assessments and student journals