1. Family

2. Who is in your family?
Everyone in every family is unique. Each person has specific skills, talents, and personalities. What are some special traits of some of your family members?

3. Families work together to
Provide food, clothing, and a place to live
Create a loving environment
Encourage independence
Teach values and life skills
Give friendship, guidance, and support

4. Types of Families Nuclear Family
Includes two parents and one or more children
Single-Parent Family
One parent and one or more children
Blended Family
Formed when two people marry and at least one has children from a previous relationship.
Extended Family
One or two parents and children as well as older relatives, such as grandparents or aunts and uncles.
Highlight or circle the type of family that you have

5. What makes all families different?
The way we express ourselves
-some families are very affectionate and frequently hug and say “I love you” other families do this less frequently. It does not mean that the less affectionate family loves each other less, it just means that they express it differently.

6. What makes all families different?
We all have different traditions.
How do you celebrate holidays?
What kind of foods do you eat?
What is your family’s religious background?

7. How can families become closer?
Spending more time together
Supporting one another
Laughing and playing together
Sharing responsibilities
Trusting one another
Respecting one another

8. How could you spend more time with your family?
Brainstorm ideas and write them down
Playing games, attending religious services, planning special celebrations, discussing books, movies, and current events

9. Things to remember about your parents
They are people too!
They have strengths and weaknesses
They are working toward goals and have good days and bad days, just like you
They are great listeners
They want to support you
THEY CANNOT READ YOUR MIND

10. Siblings- Guiding Questions
Are there ways to get along with siblings?
What are some ways that you could work with your siblings to get along better?