Beyond Images: A Self Esteem and Body Image Curriculum

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Beyond Images: A Self Esteem and Body Image Curriculum

FEATURES: Available in French, Canadian, Facilitator: Educator, Free, Grades 4 to 6, Grades 7 to 8, Low Cost (under $100), Mental Health Literacy, Parents Not Involved, Social Emotional Intelligence, Training Not Required

Beyond Images is a turn-key curriculum developed by the National Eating Disorder Information Centre (NEDIC) and made possible with the generous support of the Dove Self-Esteem Project. The free online lesson plans for grades 4 through 8 fill a gap in media literacy curricula nationally and include activities that make a positive difference in combating appearance-based bullying and negative stereotypes. The curriculum provides the opportunity to explore key issues in today’s society around body image and self-esteem as well as media messaging, while developing critical thinking skills. Revised for 2022, the Beyond Images program is a powerful tool in creating authentic learning opportunities for students in the classroom, and fits nicely into collaborative inquiry opportunities in junior and intermediate classrooms.

WHY EDUCATORS LIKE BEYOND IMAGES

Beyond Images helps provide a safe and comfortable setting for Grade 7/8 students to discuss the challenging issues they face, and questions they have, about their bodies at this age.
Online lesson plans available for download for grades 4-8 and are available instantly after completing a web form.
Revised in 2016 with five lessons per grade and updated to include messages they may encounter on social media.

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