Family

What is a family?

A family is a group of people who are related to each other.

People can be related by birth or by marriage.

Why are families important?

Families are important because they give a sense of belonging.

Families also teach us socialisation. This means that they teach children how to live and work in their communities.

Question Time

What are some lessons you have learned from your family?

Types of Families

1. Nuclear Family

A nuclear family is made up of both parents and their children.

2. Extended Family

An extended family is made up of multiple generations who live together. This means grandparents, parents, and children all living together.

3. Sibling Family

A sibling family is one where there are no parents. Instead, older brothers and sisters are in charge of the younger ones.

4. Single Parent Family

A single-parent family is when one parent raises a child or children without the other parent present.

Homework

You must answer in complete sentences.

1. What is the difference between the single parent and the nuclear family?

2. What is socialisation?

3. Name two things that children learn from their families.

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