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IG 3215
Family Studies
1. Family Relationships
1.1 Identify personal needs.
1.2 Identify needs of other family members.
1.3 Identify different types of families, for example, extended, single-parent, etc.
1.4 Identify outside influences on the family, for example, teachers, peers, etc.
2. Planning a Family
2.1 Identify implications of parenthood on lifestyle.
2.2 Assess ability to provide for well-being of a child.
2.3 Outline methods of birth control.
3. Effective Parenting
3.1 Outline childhood development--physical, intellectual, and emotional.
3.2 State physical needs of children, including food, clothing, shelter, health care,
education, etc.
3.3 State emotional needs of children, including self-esteem, acceptance, sense
of accomplishment.
3.4 Describe effective discipline of children.
4. Family-Related Problems
4.1 Identify types of family violence, for example, wife abuse, child abuse.
4.2 Identify other forms of abuse, for example neglect, mental abuse.
4.3 Identify methods of creative problem solving within the family.
4.4 Identify implications of separation and/or divorce.
4.5 Identify effects of substance abuse on family unit.
4.6 Identify local community resources.
5. Nutrition
5.1 Identify nutritional components of foods and their contribution to body
functions.
5.2 List effects of good/poor nutrition.
5.3 Plan well-balanced daily menus using Canada's Food Guide.
5.4 Describe food preparation methods.
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ABE Level III Curriculum