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TERM: 2ND TERM

WEEK: 2

LASS: Junior Secondary School 2

AGE: 13 years

DURATION: 40 minutes each for 2 periods

DATE:

SUBJECT: Home economics

TOPIC: Impact of family values on lifestyles

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

  1. ) State the importance of values to an individual, family and society
  2. ) Define lifestyle and family lifestyle
  3. ) Mention and explain the types of lifestyle
  4. ) Discuss the factors that influence values and lifestyles

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

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Recommended Home economics textbooks for Junior Secondary School 2

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 states the importance of values to an individual, family and society. She defines lifestyle and family lifestyle

Learners pay attention and participate

STEP 3

Explanation

She mentions and explains the types of lifestyles. She further discusses the factors that influence values and lifestyle

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

IMPACT OF FAMILY VALUES ON LIFESTYLES
The Importance of Values to an Individual, Family, and Society

  • To an Individual:
    • Values guide decision-making, shape character, and provide a sense of purpose.
    • They influence behavior, helping individuals distinguish between right and wrong.
    • Values boost self-esteem and help set personal goals.
  • To a Family:
    • Values foster harmony, respect, and understanding among family members.
    • They guide parenting and help instill morals and traditions in children.
    • Shared values strengthen family bonds and provide a sense of identity.
  • To Society:
    • Values promote social cohesion, unity, and mutual respect.
    • They guide laws, ethics, and acceptable behavior, ensuring order and stability.
    • Societal values inspire collective responsibility and progress.

 

Lifestyle
Lifestyle refers to the way an individual lives, encompassing their habits, attitudes, interests, and everyday activities. It reflects a person's values, beliefs, and choices.


Family lifestyle is the collective way of living adopted by a family. It includes shared habits, routines, cultural practices, and activities influenced by their values, economic status, and environment.

 

Types of Lifestyle

  1. Healthy Lifestyle:
    • Focused on maintaining physical and mental well-being.
    • Example: Regular exercise, balanced diet, and sufficient sleep.
  2. Luxury Lifestyle:
    • Associated with wealth and material comfort.
    • Example: Expensive vacations, designer goods, and high-end living.
  3. Sustainable Lifestyle:
    • Focused on environmental conservation and minimizing waste.
    • Example: Using renewable energy, recycling, and avoiding single-use plastics.
  4. Sedentary Lifestyle:
    • Characterized by minimal physical activity and excessive leisure.
    • Example: Prolonged screen time with limited movement.
  5. Religious or Spiritual Lifestyle:
    • Centered on faith and spiritual practices.
    • Example: Daily prayers, observing rituals, and attending religious gatherings.
  6. Adventurous Lifestyle:
    • Marked by a love for exploration and new experiences.
    • Example: Traveling, hiking, and participating in extreme sports.

 

Factors That Influence Values and Lifestyles

  1. Family Background:
    • Values and lifestyles are often inherited from family traditions, beliefs, and practices.
  2. Education:
    • Exposure to knowledge and diverse perspectives shapes values and promotes lifestyle choices like healthy living.
  3. Culture:
    • Cultural norms and traditions significantly influence values and everyday living.
  4. Economic Status:
    • Financial resources determine access to certain lifestyles, such as luxury or minimalist living.
  5. Religion:
    • Religious beliefs dictate moral values and influence practices like dress codes or dietary habits.
  6. Environment:
    • A person's surroundings, including peers, community, and climate, impact lifestyle choices and value systems.
  7. Media and Technology:
    • Social media and digital platforms shape perceptions of acceptable values and ideal lifestyles.
  8. Personal Experience:
    • Life events and challenges often redefine an individual's priorities and choices.

  

EVALUATION:

  1. Why are values important to an individual, family, and society?
  2. How would you define lifestyle and family lifestyle in your own words?
  3. Identify and explain three types of lifestyles, providing examples of each.
  4. What are the key factors that influence a person's values and lifestyle?
  5. How does a family's economic status affect its lifestyle and values?

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher marks their books and commends them positively