Family and Consumer Sciences
Curriculum Outline
Mrs. Becker
5th Grade
This course will run for 10 weeks, during that time we will focus on these skills for life.
1. Family
a. What is a family
b. What stresses do families face
c. What is hard about being a kid/grown-up
d. The art of relaxation
2. Financial Literacy
a. Needs vs. Wants
b. History of money
c. Value of money
d. Making change
e. Grocery Store game
f. Kidz Credit Union
g. Payday!
3. Sewing Technology
a. Sewing is my Art
b. Sewing machine safety
c. Apron project – one yard of fabric supplied or you can purchase your own
d. Free sew project of your choice
e. Touch Screen Embroidery Machine usage
4. Food Preparation Skills
a. What is a recipe
b. What are the parts of a recipe
c. Kitchen safety and sanitation skills
d. Measuring ingredients – liquid and dry
e. Ready, set, cook!
5. Time Capsule Project
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