Understanding Family Relationships Christian Religious Studies JSS 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Lesson Plan

Subject: Christian Religious Studies

Class: JSS 1

Term: First Term

Week: 8

Age: 11–12 years

Topic: Relationship in the Family

Sub-topic: Definition of Family, Types of Family, Family Members and Their Roles

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. Define what a family is.
2. State the different types of families.
3. Identify various family members and describe their roles within the family.

Keywords:

• Family
• Nuclear Family
• Extended Family
• Roles
• Relationships

Set Induction:

Start with a discussion on what students think a family is and ask them to name different family members they know. Discuss why families are important.

Entry Behaviour:

Students should have a basic understanding of family dynamics and roles from prior knowledge or experiences.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Chalkboard and markers
• Pictures of different family types
• Family role charts
• Storybooks about families

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Students are familiar with their own family structures and relationships, which will help them understand different family types and roles.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Communication
• Relationship Building
• Understanding Diversity

Learning Materials:

• Family role charts
• Pictures depicting various family structures
• Storybooks

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Christian Religious Studies JSS 1

Instructional Materials:

• Chalkboard
• Markers
• Visual aids (family pictures)

Content

Definition of Family:

1. Family: A family is a group of people related by blood, marriage, or adoption who live together and support one another. It typically includes parents and their children.

Types of Family:

1. Nuclear Family: Consists of two parents and their children living together in one household.
2. Extended Family: Includes the nuclear family plus other relatives such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins, living together or nearby.
3. Single-Parent Family: Consists of one parent raising their child or children alone.
4. Blended Family: Formed when one or both partners in a family have children from previous relationships, and then marry or cohabit.
5. Adoptive Family: Formed when parents adopt children who are not biologically theirs.

Family Members and Their Roles:

1. Father: Often the provider and protector of the family, responsible for supporting the family financially and emotionally.
2. Mother: Typically the caregiver and nurturer, responsible for taking care of the household and children’s needs.
3. Children: Responsible for learning, helping with household chores, and respecting parents and siblings.
4. Grandparents: May provide additional support, wisdom, and care, and often play a significant role in the lives of their grandchildren.
5. Aunts and Uncles: Can provide additional support and guidance, and often act as role models or mentors.

Evaluation:

15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions:

1. A family is a group of people related by ______, marriage, or adoption.
   a. Love
   b. Friendship
   c. Blood
   d. Neighbors
2. A nuclear family consists of ______ and their children.
   a. Grandparents
   b. Parents
   c. Cousins
   d. Aunts
3. An extended family includes relatives such as ______ and cousins.
   a. Friends
   b. Neighbors
   c. Grandparents
   d. Teachers
4. In a single-parent family, there is only ______ parent raising the children.
   a. One
   b. Two
   c. Three
   d. Four
5. A blended family is formed when one or both partners have children from ______ relationships.
   a. Current
   b. Previous
   c. Future
   d. Old
6. An adoptive family includes children who are ______ by their parents.
   a. Born
   b. Adopted
   c. Given
   d. Taken
7. The father’s role in the family often includes being a ______ and protector.
   a. Teacher
   b. Provider
   c. Cook
   d. Cleaner
8. The mother typically takes care of the ______ and children’s needs.
   a. School
   b. Office
   c. Household
   d. Neighbors
9. Children are responsible for helping with ______ and respecting their parents.
   a. Friends
   b. Household chores
   c. School
   d. Neighbors
10. Grandparents may provide ______ and care.
    a. Criticism
    b. Support
    c. Fines
    d. Punishments
11. Aunt and uncle can act as ______ or mentors.
    a. Neighbors
    b. Role models
    c. Teachers
    d. Classmates
12. In a blended family, parents may have children from ______ relationships.
    a. Future
    b. Past
    c. Old
    d. Previous
13. The role of a mother often includes being a ______ for the family.
    a. Provider
    b. Caregiver
    c. Judge
    d. Leader
14. The family structure where relatives live together or nearby is called a(n) ______ family.
    a. Nuclear
    b. Extended
    c. Single-parent
    d. Blended
15. A family where parents adopt children is called a(n) ______ family.
    a. Nuclear
    b. Extended
    c. Single-parent
    d. Adoptive

Class Activity Discussion:

15 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

1. What is a family?
   Answer: A group of people related by blood, marriage, or adoption who live together and support one another.
2. What is a nuclear family?
   Answer: A family consisting of two parents and their children living together.
3. What does an extended family include?
   Answer: It includes the nuclear family plus other relatives like grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
4. What is a single-parent family?
   Answer: A family where one parent is raising the child or children alone.
5. What is a blended family?
   Answer: A family formed when one or both partners have children from previous relationships and then marry or live together.
6. What is an adoptive family?
   Answer: A family formed when parents adopt children who are not biologically theirs.
7. What role does the father typically play in a family?
   Answer: The father often provides for and protects the family.
8. What is the mother’s role in the family?
   Answer: The mother typically cares for the household and the children’s needs.
9. What responsibilities do children have in a family?
   Answer: They help with household chores and respect their parents and siblings.
10. How can grandparents contribute to the family?
    Answer: They provide support, wisdom, and care.
11. What roles can aunts and uncles play in the family?
    Answer: They can provide additional support and act as role models or mentors.
12. How does a blended family differ from a nuclear family?
    Answer: A blended family includes children from previous relationships, while a nuclear family includes only parents and their biological children.
13. What is the significance of each family member’s role?
    Answer: Each role contributes to the family’s well-being, stability, and support system.
14. Why is understanding family roles important?
    Answer: It helps in appreciating each member’s contribution and maintaining harmonious relationships.
15. How do family structures affect relationships?
    Answer: Different structures influence how family members interact and support each other.

Presentation:

Step 1:

The teacher revises the previous topic, which was Abraham’s Obedience to God’s Call.

Step 2:

The teacher introduces the new topic by defining “family,” explaining the types of families, and discussing the roles of different family members.

Step 3:

The teacher allows students to share their thoughts on family structures and roles, providing corrections and clarifications as needed.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Define “family” and discuss types and roles.
• Facilitate the activity and answer questions.
• Provide feedback and ensure understanding.

Learners’ Activities:

• Engage in discussions about family roles.
• Answer fill-in-the-blank questions.
• Participate in class discussions and activities.

Assessment:

Evaluation Questions: Include 10 short answer questions related to the topic of family relationships.

Conclusion:

The teacher goes around to mark students’ answers, provides feedback, and ensures that students understand the importance of family relationships and roles.

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