Everybody’s Different

A positive approach to teaching about health, puberty, body image, nutrition, self-esteem and obesity prevention

There is increasing concern about the weight, body image and prevalence of dieting and eating disorders in children and adolescents. Dr Jenny O'Dea, a dietitian and Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education and Social Work at the University of Sydney, provides a whole-school approach to improving self esteem and body image, preventing obesity and encouraging healthy nutrition and physical activity in children.

Everybody's Different contains case studies, research outcomes, classroom activities, worksheets, games and word puzzles, teacher training, community links, lesson plans for interactive puberty websites and complete, up-to-date reference lists.

This is an ideal resource book, particularly for primary and secondary school teachers, but also for anyone working with young people.