Miss Drake's page Family and Consumer Science 7th Grade Students who elect to take Family and Consumer Science in the 7th grade will have an opportunity to do a wide variety of hands-on projects. Nutrition and Wellness includes opportunities for students to learn about the food guide pyramid, meal planning, nutrients, career exploration in food service, and actual food preparation. Skills needed in the world of work are emphasized when students are in cooperative groups to preparing food. Child Development is all about taking care of kids now and in the future.
Safety is emphasized as the most important factor to considered when taking care of others.
7th grade students get an opportunity to try out several activities they can do with kids while they are babysitting. Interpersonal Relationships is learning about yourself and getting along with others. Students use technology to share the knowledge they gain in this unit. They learn about themselves and the other students in the class. Goal setting, leadership, friendship, and communication are also emphasized.