My Family is my

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R e a d the p a s s a g e b e l o w a n d a n s w e r t he q ues ti o ns on t he n e x t p a g e .

Family is one of the most important and integral parts of our l ives, A family
provides us with love, support, security, and stability - all the things we need
to be happy and successful in l i fe. Family can come in many forms, such as
traditional nuclear families, extended families, single- parent homes, adoptive
families or even foster families. Regardless of the shape or size, family is an
essential part of our identity.

Family can be defined in many ways but typically consists of parents and their
children. Parents provide guidance and stability for their children, helping them
to develop into independent adults. In a nuclear family setting, siblings grow up
together and learn important values from each other such as responsibility, trust,
and respect.

In larger families, such as extended or foster families, children often benefit

from being part of a diverse network of people who can provide advice and
support on various topics. These larger families give us the opportunity to learn
about different cultures and values. Being part of a large family allows us to not
only learn about our own heritage, but also to explore other cultures and
backgrounds.

Family is one of the most important forces in l i fe as i t helps shape who we are as
individuals. Each family is unique and should be celebrated for its diversity and
strength. Families provide us with a sense of belonging, security, values, and love
that no other relationship we have can provide.

No matter how diverse or different families may be, one thing is certain - family is
the key for a happy l i fe. Families are not perfect, but they provide us with an
endless source of acceptance and support so that we can reach our full potential
in l i fe. Having a strong family bond is essential for living a fulfilling l i fe and
should never be taken for granted.

F amily supports us in every situation even though they are really difficult ,such as
chronic pain, moving house, separation or divorce, parenting issues, pressure at
work or school, unemployment and financial problems, illness or disability of a
family member, death of a family member, drug, alcohol, gambling addiction.
 LET´S SEE WHAT WE HAVE UNDERSTOOD IN THE READING

Activity 1: What do you think about the information.

1.- Family is very important for our lives. ________
2.- Parents provide stability for the children. ________
3.-Larger families give us the opportunity to learn about different culture. ________
4.-Families provide us sadness. ________
5.- When you have a problem with your friend, your family doesn´t support you . ______

Activity 2 : Answer these questions:

1.- Is Family important to succeed in life?____________________
2.-Do all families have the same characteristics? ________________________

3.- What are the different types of family structures mentioned in the passage?
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4.- What values do siblings typically learn from each other within a nuclear family setting?
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5.- How can being part of a large family help us to explore different cultures and
backgrounds?
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6.- What does the author suggest is needed to be happy and successful in life?
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7.- Why is having a strong family bond essential for living a fulfilling life?
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Activity 3: Summarize the reading using your favorite visual organizer.

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