JSS 1 Home Economics Second Term Week 2 – The Family and Family Tree
Home Economics – JSS 1
Second Term – Week 2
Topic: The Family
Sub-topic: The Family Tree
Duration: 40 minutes
Age: 10 – 12 years
Behavioral Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Define a family.
- Identify the types of family.
- Explain the meaning of a family tree.
- Describe different kinship patterns in a family.
- Draw and interpret a simple family tree.
Keywords
- Family
- Nuclear family
- Polygamous family
- Extended family
- Kinship
- Family tree
Set Induction
The teacher starts by asking students to describe the members of their family and their relationships with them.
Entry Behavior
Students have basic knowledge of family members and their roles.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Family tree diagram
- Charts showing different types of family
- Pictures of different family structures
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
The teacher explains that every student belongs to a family and that families have different structures and relationships.
Embedded Core Skills
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking
- Family values
- Personal development
Reference Book
- Lagos State Scheme of Work for JSS 1
- Essential Home Economics for JSS 1
Lesson Content
Definition of a Family
A family is a group of persons who live together as one and are united by ties of marriage, blood, or adoption. Family members are each other’s kins.
Types of Family
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Nuclear Family
- Made up of a man, his wife, and their children.
- Also called a monogamous family because it consists of one man and one wife only.
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Polygamous Family
- Made up of a man, his wives, and their children.
- A man is legally married to more than one wife.
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Extended Family
- Includes husband, wife or wives, children, and other relatives such as uncles, aunts, cousins, and grandparents.
Family Tree
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A family tree is a diagram that shows the kinship pattern of a family.
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It helps to understand how family members are related to each other.
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Example of a simple family tree:
Grandparents → Parents → Children → Grandchildren
Family Relationships (Kinship Patterns)
Below is a family relationship chart showing different kinship patterns:
| Title | Relationship |
|---|---|
| Parents | Father and Mother |
| Siblings | Brothers and Sisters |
| Grandparents | Parents’ parents |
| Great-grandparents | Grandparents of parents |
| Uncles | Father’s or Mother’s brothers |
| Aunts | Father’s or Mother’s sisters |
| Nephews | Brother’s or Sister’s sons |
| Nieces | Brother’s or Sister’s daughters |
| First cousins | Uncle’s or Aunt’s children |
| Grandchildren | A person’s children’s children |
| Great-grandchildren | A person’s grandchildren’s children |
Evaluation
Fill in the blanks with the correct answers:
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A family is made up of people who are related by ________, ________, or ________.
a) Work, school, or neighbors
b) Marriage, blood, or adoption
c) Church, club, or friends
d) None of the above -
A nuclear family consists of ________, ________, and ________.
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The family that includes uncles, aunts, and grandparents is called ________.
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A man married to more than one wife is practicing ________.
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The children of your uncle or aunt are called your ________.
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Your mother’s brother is your ________.
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Your father’s father is your ________.
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Your sibling’s son is your ________.
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A family tree is used to show ________.
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The children of your grandchildren are called your ________.
Class Activity Discussion
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is a family?
- A family is a group of people related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
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What are the three types of families?
- Nuclear family, Polygamous family, and Extended family.
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Who are considered immediate family members?
- Parents, siblings, and children.
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What is the difference between nuclear and extended families?
- A nuclear family consists of only parents and children, while an extended family includes other relatives.
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What is a kinship pattern?
- The way family members are related to each other.
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How do you draw a family tree?
- Start with grandparents, then parents, then children, showing their relationships.
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Why is a family tree important?
- It helps understand family relationships and history.
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What is a nephew?
- The son of your brother or sister.
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What is a niece?
- The daughter of your brother or sister.
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Who are your first cousins?
- The children of your uncle or aunt.
Presentation Structure
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Revision of Previous Knowledge
- The teacher asks students to describe their family members.
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Introduction of the Topic
- The teacher explains the meaning of family and family tree.
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Student Contributions and Corrections
- Students describe their family structures, and the teacher corrects misconceptions.
Teacher and Learner Activities
Teacher Activities
- Explains the meaning of family and types of family.
- Uses diagrams to show a family tree.
- Asks students to describe their own families.
Learner Activities
- Participate in class discussions.
- Draw a simple family tree.
- Answer revision questions.
Assessment
Students answer the following short-answer questions:
- Define a family.
- Name and explain three types of families.
- What is a family tree?
- List four family relationships.
- What is the difference between an uncle and a cousin?
- Who is your grandparent?
- How is a nephew related to you?
- What is the function of a family tree?
- What do you call your mother’s sister?
- Explain the term “kinship pattern.”
Conclusion
- The teacher marks the students’ work and provides feedback.
- Students summarize key points about family types and relationships.
- The teacher encourages students to ask their parents about their family history.