Family Flashcards
Explain the term nuclear family
Parents and children living together
Family is created by:
- Blood
- Marriage
- Adoption
Explain the term extended family
Parents and children, grandparents, aunts, uncles etc living together
Explain the term blended family
Partners may have children from a previous relationship and may have more children together
What are the functions of the family
To look after the needs of the family
Name three needs of the family
Physical needs
Emotional needs
Social needs
Give examples of physical needs
Food
Clothes
Shelter
Protection
Give examples of emotional needs
Comfort
Security
Love
Understanding
Give examples of social needs
Develop personal relationships
Life skills
Explain what is meant by a right?
A right is something you are entitled to
Give examples of some rights for children
Love and understanding
Education
To grow up with family where possible
Protection from cruelty
Give some examples of adult rights
Work
Vote
Marry
Sign legal documents
Explain the term responsibility
Something you are expected to do
List some responsibilities children should have
Show respect
Behave in society
Obey parents and people in authority
Explain some responsibilities teenagers have
Help out at home
Behave in society
Participate in school