LESSON 4 Recreational Activities for the Family

Objectives: At the end of lesson, the learners should be able to:

1. identify the recreational activities of the family.

2. organize recreational activities for the family.

Introduction
Recreation plays an important role in creating harmonious family relationships. A wise
family sets aside the time for wholesome and productive activities that can break daily routine.
This can respond to the social and physical needs of the family. Recreation gives time for the
father and the mother to be their children’s friend. It also allows teamwork and develops skills
and strategies among members.

Based on what you have observed above, list three things you might infer from these pictures.
Questions:

1. What questions does this picture raise in your mind?

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2. Where could you find answers to them?

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3. What is the message of the picture 1 to you?

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4. What is the message of the picture 2 to you?

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1. What is a family? How can one become a good father or a good mother?
What role does the family have in the children’s education and
development? How can parents combine authority and freedom? How
should families exercise trust and confidence in daily life?
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2. Everyone basically wants to have a stable family, peaceful family life. But
in marriage and families there are inevitably daily frictions and
sometimes major conflicts, differences of opinion and opposing ideas.
How can these be overcome?
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3. As a parent, how will you identify the recreational needs of the family?
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The family is the fundamental unit in society and perhaps the oldest and most important
of all human institutions. Several studies have indicated a positive correlation between strong,
successful families and family participation in recreational activities. Parents can initiate the
planning of the recreational activities of the family. Children can suggest and help organize the
activities which delegate responsibility and distribute the tasks among the members. This alone
can be a source of fun.

INDOOR
ACTIVITIES

OUT-OF-TOWN OUTDOOR
ACTIVITIES ACTIVITIES

Indoor Activities
 Friendly family competitions can be experienced in such games as chess, scrabble, word
factory and game of the generals among others, which can be learned by anyone. You can try
watching videos or singing your favorite songs alone. The simplest of all would be just to sit
around and tell stories and exchange jokes.

Outdoor Activities

Backyard basketball, table tennis or gardening when done with the whole family can be
wholesome recreation. Seeing movies is a favorite Filipino pastime which families can share.
Parents can supervise the movies children want to see.

Out-of-town Activities

On long weekends or during vacations, the family can go adventure tripping in the
provinces. They can visit resorts for swimming or go on camping trips. These activities can be
both free as well as educational.
 In your journal, paste 3 pictures of your family that are recreational activities and write a
short paragraph about each. Write how you felt on the day when you find fun with your family.

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Write T if the statement is true, and F, if false.

_____1. Recreational activities help break the monotony of routine tasks.

_____2. Recreational activities meet the physical and social needs of the family.
_____3. Seeing theatrical plays is an example of an indoor activity.
_____4. Playing boards games is an outdoor activity.
_____5. Children can help plan and organize recreational activities.

How did you score? Did you get all 5 correct? Good for you! I hope you’ll try to
come up with recreational activities that will be a “hit” in the family.

You have finished the lesson 4

In this lesson, you learned about recreational activities for the family. In the next lesson,
you will learn about food and applied nutrition.
LESSON 5 Food and Applied Nutrition.
Objectives: At the end of lesson, the learners should be able to:

1. acquire basic knowledge and understanding about the types and functions of nutrients in
association with the daily living.
2. demonstrate the cooking skills and the ability to make an appropriate choice of foodstuff
according to the purpose.
3. acquire the skills for proper management of food products and cooking utensils in paying
attention to the safety and sanitation of foods.
Introduction:

Food helps us in staying healthy as it provides nutrition. Our diet should be such

that it meets our nutritional requirements and thus helps to be sound health. In home
economics education, students learn which nutrients are necessary for human health and
maintenance of life and which food includes such nutrients, as well as the knowledge, skills and
techniques related to cooking that make it possible to enjoy eating foods without reducing
the nutrient value. Varying amount of the three basic food groups are needed by the individuals
of different age , depending on which state if development they are in.

Complete the short checklist to determine your self-

perception of wellness. Write your number in the score
ACTIVITY column at the far right. Add the three scores to determine the
total for each section.

Physical Wellness

Questions Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree Your

Agree Disagree Score
1. I am physically fit 4 3 2 1
4 3 2 1
2. I am able to complete the physical
tasks of school.
4 3 2 1
3. I am physically able to participate
in sports.
 Social Wellness
Questions Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree Your
Agree Disagree Score
1. I have many friends and go out 4 3 2 1
often.

4 3 2 1
2. I am close to my family and friends
4 3 2 1
3. I am confident in social situations

Emotional Wellness

1.I am happy most of the time 4 3 2 1

2. I have a good self-esteem 4 3 2 1
3. I do not generally feel stressed 4 3 2 1

Mental Wellness

1. I know how to deal with problems well 4 3 2 1

2. I am interested in new things 4 3 2 1
3. I am able to make up my own mind about 4 3 2 1
things

Assess your wellness condition

Transfer the totals from the three wellness sections to the chart below in the column listed as
“Your Scores.”
Your Scores Your rating (see below) e.g.,
high, good, marginal, or low
Physical Wellness Score Total
Social Wellness Score Total
Emotional Wellness Score Total
Mental Wellness

Well Rating Chart

Refer to the numbers in the score column listed in the above chart to determine your rating for
the four areas.
Ratings Wellness Score Total
High Level of Wellness 10-12
Good Wellness 8-9
Marginal Wellness 6-7
Low Wellness Below 6
 1. Which of your areas is high level of wellness and low wellness? If there is an
area obtained low wellness, how will you improve it? What factors may help
to improve it?
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2. Based on your wellness results, what are the main components of food that we
need to consume in order to live healthy lives?
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3. As a parent, how can you get your child to try different fruits and vegetables?
If your family eats only vegetarian meals. Will your child still get all the
important nutrients that he needs to stay healthy?
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ABSTRACTION

In home economics education, students learn which nutrients are necessary for

human health and maintenance of life and which food includes such nutrients, as well as
the knowledge, skills and techniques related to cooking that make it possible to enjoy
eating foods without reducing the nutrient value. Teachers help students to understand the
types, functions, and principles of metabolic processes of each nutrient (carbohydrate,
fats, protein, minerals, and vitamins), the relationship between the structure of human
 body and properties of food products, raise concern about the prevention of lifestyle
diseases, and raise awareness on the importance of taking nutrition in just proportion.

Type and Function of Nutrients

Fats (lipids) Protein Mineral &

1.Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates Vitamins
Water
Dietary Carbohydrates – starch and sugars- are the primary source of fuel for heat
and energy. Glucose, the breakdown product of dietary carbohydrate is the
currency of the body. Glycogen is the storage form of a carbohydrate available for
quick energy when glucose is need.

2. Fats (lipids)
Dietary fats from either animal or plant sources provide an alternate or storage
form of energy. It is more concentrated fuel than carbohydrates with a fuel factor
of 9; yielding 9 kcal/ g. Fats contain the essential fatty acids required for life and
health.

3. Proteins
The primary function of protein is tissue, building although it can be used for
energy if needed. The body draws on dietary or tissue protein for energy when the
fuel supply from carbohydrates and fats is not sufficient to meet body needs.
Protein yields 4 kcal/g making its fuel factor. It can provide 10% to 33 % of total
kcal in a well-balanced diet for healthy people.

4. Vitamins and Minerals

Many vitamins are components of cell enzyme systems. They govern reactions
that produce energy and synthesize important molecules. For instance, thiamin
controls the release of energy for cell work, and vitamin B12 is needed for the
synthesis and maturation of red blood cells. Minerals help build tissues with very
specific functions. Two major minerals - calcium and phosphorus – give strength
to bones and teeth.

5. Water
Water forms the blood, lymph and intercellular fluids that transport nutrients to
cells and remove waste. It also functions as a regulatory agent, providing the fluid
environment in which metabolic reactions take place.
The Recommended Dietary Allowances is a guide in determining how much
nutrients are needed by an individual per dat. It also indicates the minimum requirements
for each nutrient. The desirable proportion of Carbohydrates in the Diet (50%-70%), Fat
( 20-30%), Protein (10-15%).
 There are advantages of Properly Planned Meals:

a. They ensure the source f adequate nutrition to all.

b. Available resources such as money, food supplies, and fuel are maximized.
c. Time and energy are effectively used.
d. Varied, appetizing meals are served.
Consider the following when planning meals for lunch or supper.

a. Food needs – varies with sex and activity.

b. Food budget – income of the family determines the amount be spent on food.
c. Time – meals must be prepared early enough to be served on time. Delayed meals spoil
the appetite.
d. Meal Pattern – a good pattern consist of breakfast, lunch and supper.
Styles of Table Service

There are several styles of table service. Some are formal and elaborate; others are casual
and relaxed. Generally, these styles can be classified as informal, formal, and compromise. Table
service style differs in three ways.

1. The manner in which the dinner receives food.

2. The servants required to wait on the table.
3. The number of courses offered.
There are three methods of table services, namely, the sit down, the tray or the buffet .The
following are included in sit –down meal.

1. Russian or formal service- for formal luncheons and dinners.

2. English Service – maybe in an informal, hospital type of service or it may very formal.
3. Family or Compromise Service- somewhat a compromise between the Russian and
English Styles
4. American or country style service – old type of service involving serving oneself from
the common pot.
5. Apartment or Blue plate service – plates are served up in the kitchen and placed on the
table just before the dinners sit down.
6. It is the only practical meal service for guest in many homes if the dinner exceeds six.
Table Etiquette –refers to the manner decorum or good taste, which is suitable, comfortable,
and the rightful thing to do for the occasion, the place, and the time.
 1. Draw and explain the food pyramid for adults, teenagers and children aged five and over.

Congratulation Class! You have just finished the Module 1.

You have completed the 1st module of Home Economics covering the five lessons. Key points
covered in the module include: