FCS Basics
Topic outline
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Families First Correlation with FACS Basics Units
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OCAS 8415
Course Length: 1 Year
FACS Basics curriculum provides students with basic information and skills needed to function within the family and an ever changing, complex society. Students develop competencies in the areas of nutrition and wellness, food science, housing and interior design, early childhood, textiles, interpersonal relationships and career exploration. The student will gain basic life skills that promote a positive influence upon the quality of their life. Leadership opportunities are offered through the student organization, Family Careers and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA).
The course may be taught by semester ONLY in those schools which offer electives on a semester basis. FACS Basics A will cover all units related to nutrition, wellness, food science and preparation, kitchen safety and sanitation, and child care. FACS Basics B will cover relationships, communication, textiles and housing. Both FACS Basics A and B will cover career units.
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Free resource from the Dibble Institute on building skills for mental wellness.
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Mind Matters Curriculum developed by Dibble Institute for teens (13+) to help reduce toxic stress to themselves. (Coping techniques.)
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How-to-sew videos, newsletter, products and fabrics to purchase.
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Affordable prices for kitchen and sewing units which can be ordered online. Multiple sewing supplies can be purchased in bulk.
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Pineapple Appeal, 130 Oakdale St, Owatonna MN 55060
1.800.321.3041
Can order kits for boxer shorts, pajama pants, sweatshirts, stuffed animals and more.
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Instructions to six simple clothing construction projects that students could do to learn the beginning stages of sewing.
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Instructions to six simple clothing construction projects that students could do to learn the beginning stages of sewing.
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Includes a lesson plan, discussion questions and student evaluation of food choices at fast food restaurants using the video, "Super Size Me".
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Free posters, placements, pens, stickers and more are available through this link promoting healthy choices. Check out the website for free promotion items.
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Lesson plan written for E-Learning, but easily adapted to in-person learning.
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Video on Kitchen Safety including proper cutting techniques and more. 13.25 minutes in length.
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Stephanie Bennett presentation at NTA 2022. Includes her lesson plan notes, how to set up the crime scene lab, mystery substance lab, Powerpoints and videos.
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