The subject is important because children have many questions about relationships and sexuality. If you respond in class to the questions children have, you can provide them with relationship and sexuality education that meets their needs and matches their experiences.
The classroom is a good place to answer these kinds of questions. By responding to the questions children have, you show that sexuality is a normal subject that can be discussed openly.
Relationship and sexuality education at a young age contributes to the child's sexual development and a positive experience of sexuality. It promotes well-being and sexual health. By responding to children's questions, you show that children can turn to their teacher with questions and problems.
A general reason to pay attention to relationships and sexuality is that, since 2012, sexuality has been included in the core objectives of education. Primary schools are therefore also required to devote attention to this subject.
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