Family and Consumer Sciences

7th Grade Course Objectives

Identify ways we are caregivers to others

Recognize characteristics/skills necessary for being a good caregiver.

Summarize the responsibilities and expectations of the babysitter-employer-employee relationship.

Demonstrate a knowledge of safety precautions and emergency care procedures when caring for others.

Recognize the relationship between food choices and the quality of individual and family life.

Identify the physical and psychological functions of food.

Identify the main nutrients, their function in the body and good food choices.

Demonstrate a working knowledge of the food pyramid groups and requirements, as well as the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

Learn to read and interpret labeling in making wise nutritional and consumer decisions.

Identify the characteristics of a good recipe.

Interpret a recipe by being able to identify terms and techniques.

Write the common equivalents and abbreviations used in recipes.

Be able to measure correctly, efficiently, and accurately.

Demonstrate the ability to plan, organize and carry out the completion of a recipe.

Recognize correct etiquette related to food and the effect it has on relationships.

Recognize and demonstrate appropriate table manners.

Be able to set a table properly.

Explain and demonstrate a working knowledge of safety and sanitation practices in the laboratory and at home.

Identify and explain the proper use of common pieces of small equipment.

Demonstrate the proper use of major appliances.

Demonstrate an understanding of the use and care of the microwave oven.

Describe the function or purpose of common ingredients in various food products.

Demonstrate preparation skills through lab experiences that apply to the Dietary Guidelines.