Lesson Topic: Family Forms & Functions

Lesson Description: Discuss family forms and strengths, and family traditions.

Learning Goals/Outcomes: Students will draw conclusions from classroom activities and discussions that will enhance interactions with their families.

Nebraska Standards:

HSE.HS. 1.5 Analyze the effects of family as a system on individuals and society.

HSE.HS.1.5.a Evaluate the function of the family as the basic unit of society.

Teacher Planning:

Equipment/Materials Needed:

-Copies of Unit 2 packet for each student. (See attachment)

-Powerpoint on Teen Living Family Forms Strengthening. (See attachment)

Time Required for Lesson:

-1 class period for 45 minutes each.

Lab Set-up:

-N/A

Technology Use:

___x__ YES               _____NO

Instructional Plan:

Anticipatory Set/Pre-Activity:

Daily bell ringer or entrance ticket for students to complete.

-Share one of the happiest memories you have with your family. 

Benefits/Explanation/Career Readiness Standards:

Nebraska Career Readiness Standards

2. Communicates effectively and appropriately.

Activities (i.e. instructions, lesson, lab or project):

Closure:

Assessment :

(Formative/Summative)

N/A

Supplemental Information:

Modifications:

Resources may be adapted for students with special needs, English language learners, or gifted students.  Examples may include more in depth research on family history, family traditions, or family forms.

Safety Precautions:

N/A

Comments (adaptations for various grades/ages, teaching styles, etc.)

Designed for 9-12 grade students.

Resources adapted from Utah FACS ListServ File. Utah Education Network -FACS ListServ File