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TERM: 2ND TERM

WEEK: 8

CLASS: Junior Secondary School 1

AGE: 12 years

DURATION: 40 minutes each for 2 periods

DATE:

SUBJECT: Home economics

TOPIC: Family needs, goals and standards

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, the learners should be able to

  1. ) Define needs and wants
  2. ) Define family needs
  3. ) State and explain the types of family needs

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, story-telling, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Recommended Home economics textbooks for Junior Secondary School 1

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES: PERIOD 1-2:

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

PUPIL’S ACTIVITY

STEP 1

Review

The teacher revises the previous lesson

Learners pay attention

STEP 2

Introduction

She defines needs and wants. She also defines family needs

Learners pay attention and participate

STEP 3

Explanation

She states and explains the types of family needs

Learners pay attention and participate

STEP 4

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a short note on the board for the learners to copy

The learners copy the note from the board

 

NOTE

FAMILY NEEDS, GOALS AND STANDARDS

  • Needs: Needs are basic necessities that are essential for survival and well-being. These are things that individuals or families must have in order to live a healthy and functional life, such as food, shelter, clothing, and healthcare.
  • Wants: Wants are desires or things that are not essential for survival but are desired for comfort, enjoyment, or status. Wants go beyond basic needs and include items like luxury goods, entertainment, or the latest technology.

Family needs refer to the essential requirements that must be met to ensure the well-being, stability, and functioning of the family unit. These needs encompass both the basic physical necessities and the emotional, social, and psychological aspects that contribute to a healthy family environment.

 

Types of Family Needs:

  1. Physical Needs:
    • These include basic necessities that support survival and daily living, such as:
      • Food: Adequate nutrition for all family members.
      • Clothing: Proper clothing for warmth, protection, and social norms.
      • Shelter: Safe and secure housing to protect family members from environmental factors.
      • Healthcare: Access to medical care, vaccinations, and preventive health measures.
  1. Emotional Needs:
    • These involve the psychological and emotional well-being of family members. Emotional needs include:
      • Love and Affection: A nurturing environment where family members show care, attention, and positive feelings.
      • Security: Feeling safe, both physically and emotionally, within the family.
      • Support: Providing emotional support during difficult times, such as stress, grief, or challenges.
  1. Social Needs:
    • These refer to the social interactions and relationships that foster healthy growth and development, including:
      • Socialization: Opportunities for family members to interact with others, build friendships, and develop social skills.
      • Education: Access to schooling and learning resources to ensure the intellectual and social development of children.
      • Recreation: Time for play, leisure, and family bonding, contributing to overall happiness and well-being.
  1. Economic Needs:
    • These are related to the financial stability of the family and include:
      • Income: Earning a steady income to meet basic and extra needs.
      • Financial Management: Budgeting, saving, and managing household expenses for long-term security.
      • Employment: Having stable employment for parents or guardians to provide for the family’s needs.
  1. Cultural and Spiritual Needs:
    • These needs address the cultural, religious, or spiritual beliefs and practices that a family values, including:
      • Cultural Identity: Maintaining and preserving family traditions, customs, and cultural practices.
      • Spiritual Fulfillment: Practicing religious or spiritual activities that align with the family’s beliefs and provide a sense of purpose and direction

 

EVALUATION:

  1. What is the difference between needs and wants, and why is it important to prioritize needs over wants in a family?
  2. Explain the types of family needs and provide examples of each. How do these needs contribute to the well-being of the family?
  3. How do physical needs such as food, shelter, and healthcare impact the stability and development of a family unit?
  4. Discuss the role of emotional needs in a family. How can a lack of emotional support affect family members?
  5. Why are economic needs crucial to a family’s functioning, and how can financial management ensure the long-term stability of the family? 

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher marks their books and commends them positively