Discuss age groups that may be part of a family. Discuss the family members. Discuss similarities and differences in families. Have each student choose the picture on the transparency that looks most like his or her family. Discuss ways families are alike and different.
Family members care for one another.
Most family members have responsibilities. As children grow and develop, their responsibilities increase. Groups explore the roles and responsibilities of family members. Family Interview Divide the class into five groups based on students' family structure. Have each group develop a mock interview based upon the family structure most like their own.