Health and Wellbeing SPHE 2 - Junior Cycle SPHE Programme

Comprehensive SPHE Resource for Junior Cycle Students

Health and Wellbeing: SPHE 2 New Edition (2024)  is part of Edco’s newly updated series that fully meets the requirements of the 2023 Junior Cycle SPHE Course specification. Alongside SPHE 1 and SPHE 3, this book covers all learning outcomes of the SPHE element of Wellbeing, providing continuity, coherence, and consistency across the three-year course.

Designed with students in mind, the book features an easy-to-read, bright, and attractive layout, with full-colour illustrations and engaging photos. The content is delivered in age-appropriate language, ensuring it is both accessible and relatable to Junior Cycle students.

The book includes new and updated sections on crucial topics such as empathy, diversity, emotional health, addiction, cyber safety, media and young people, RSE, mindfulness, stress management, and relaxation techniques. It comprehensively addresses all elements of the established SPHE programme, allowing class groups the flexibility to progress at their own pace.

Health and Wellbeing: SPHE 2 incorporates a wide range of activities and assessment techniques that cater to different learning styles and student needs. Each unit begins with clearly defined learning intentions and includes quizzes and activities to assess students’ knowledge. Reflective sections encourage students to think about their learning and maintain records for Classroom-Based Assessments (CBAs) and student portfolios.

The book also includes dedicated CBA sections that guide students in selecting topics for their assessments. Key words are highlighted at the beginning of each unit and explained throughout the text, ensuring students build a strong SPHE vocabulary. Wellbeing indicators are integrated into each activity, reinforcing the course's holistic approach to student health and wellbeing.

• Fully updated to meet the 2023 Junior Cycle SPHE Course specification.
• Includes new and age-appropriate content on empathy, diversity, emotional health, and more.
• Bright, attractive design with full-colour illustrations and engaging photos.
• Flexible structure allows classes to progress at their own pace.
• Wide range of activities and assessment techniques to cater to different learning styles.
• Includes quizzes, reflection sections, and CBA guidance throughout.
• Key words and definitions provided at the beginning of each unit.
• Wellbeing indicators integrated into each activity.