06+Family+and+Consumer+Science

**06 Family and Consumer Science**

 * Standard 6: Students will examine workplace tasks and concepts in Family and Consumer Science.**
 * Objective 1:** Examine attributes and issues related to family life and the skills needed to enhance independent living.
 * Indicators:**
 * 1)  Describe the importance of balancing a career, a family, and leisure activities.
 * 2)  Recognize how individual responsibilities at home contribute to the family’s well being.
 * 3) Examine the impact of career choices on family lifestyles and family economics.
 * 4)  Identify careers related to and/or working with families.
 * 5)  Explore effective personal, verbal and nonverbal communication.
 * 6)  Recognize acceptable social behaviors and how to develop social skills.
 * 7)  Identify steps of problem-solving.
 * 8) Explore related career Pathways.


 * Objective 2:** Identify aspects related to the care and development of children.
 * Indicators:**
 * 1)  Identify appropriate child care skills for young children.
 * 2)  Identify safety hazards for small children.
 * 3)  Develop or utilize age appropriate learning activities for young children.
 * 4) Understand skills related to appropriate child care.
 * 5) Explore related career Pathways.


 * Objective 3:** Demonstrate basic skills related to nutrition, food preparation, and clothing & textiles.
 * Indicators:**
 * 1)  Demonstrate basic kitchen management, food safety and sanitation.
 * 2)  Review the food guide pyramid and the dietary guidelines.
 * 3)  Identify nutritional values of food and nutritional information on food labels.
 * 4)  Practice food preparation skills.
 * 5)  Identify careers related to nutrition and food preparation.
 * 6)  Explore and use textile technology and equipment.
 * 7)  Demonstrate skills related to clothing care, construction, and selection.
 * 8) Explore related career Pathways.