CARE OF THE EYES, NOSE AND EAR
Care of the eyes Use good light when reading or doing any fine work such as sewing. Poor light strains the eyes. Do not rub the eye when you have something in it. Do not wash your eyes with disinfectant…
CARE OF THE HAIR
The different parts of the human body are very important for healthy life. These parts require good care and grooming so that they can function properly. You need to understand how to take care of each of these parts in…
ENTERTAINMENT IN THE HOME
The family as a group or individual members often receives and entertains visitors or guests in the home, on occasions such as birthdays, child naming ceremonies, parties, etc. These occasions require different kinds of preparations and refreshments or food. You…
FAMILY NEEDS AND RESOURCES
Family needs are many. The resources for meeting these needs are however limited. It is necessary to find ways of using the resources so that the important needs are satisfied. This involves management. Before you learn how to manage the…
USES OF COSMETICS AND DEODORANTS
Regular use of deodorants is important. Young people however require very little make-up because they still have natural beauty and complexion. They may decide to use make-ups at later age to hide blemishes and wrinkles. It is necessary that you…
HEALTHY FEEDING HABITS
The human body is like a machine. It therefore needs fuel to do its work. It also needs good maintenance and regular repair. These needs are met by the food we eat. It is therefore important that you know the…
PUBERTY, PERSONAL HYGIENE AND ADOLESCENCE
At about twelve to fourteen years of age you begin to experience certain changes in your body. These changes are signs of puberty. Adolescence follows puberty. Both boys and girls experience different body changes at puberty. It is important that…
EXERCISES
Exercises are very important for body fitness. There are many types of exercises. Some can be focused on certain parts of the body, such as waist, arms and abdomen. Examples of exercises are jumping, running, walking, dancing, swimming, playing games…
PERSONAL CLOTHING
Clothes are garments, dresses or articles worn on the body. Clothing is very important for health. It is therefore a basic human need. There are many reasons why we wear clothes. There are also certain points that must be considered…
THE IMPACT OF FAMILY VALUES ON LIFE STYLES
Value describes why people act they do. Your values or the values of your family will normally move you to do certain things. Meanings of values and life styles Value is the worth placed on an item. Value cannot…
FAMILY CRISIS
When changes occur in the family, they affect all members of the family. Family relationships, goals, values and those things necessary for the existence of the family are often affected by the changes. At the time of such changes, effort…
FAMILY CONFLICTS
Conflicts occur between friends, family members, classmates, co-workers, etc. Conflicts are common and usual. Everyone argues with some one from time to time. Conflicts are not always bad. Through conflicts people settle disagreements and move toward better action. In this…
FATIGUE, REST AND SLEEP
Health is an overall state of well-being. Good health depends on many conditions such as good feeding habits, hygiene, safety practices, exercises, rest and sleep. As individuals work and exercise, they get tired. This means that they become fatigued and…
DECISION MAKING
Every day you make many decisions. Some are very simple while others are complicated. The family also makes many decisions. Some decisions are very important. It is necessary to learn some decision making skills and use them always. Meaning…
GOOD POSTURE
The way you carry your body when you stand, sit, walk or work is very important. This is because it can affect your health, appearance and ease with which you do your work. It is therefore very important that you…
THE HOME
Every family needs a shelter. A house provides this shelter. There are differences between a house and a home. Certain factors are necessary to convert a house into a home. In some homes domestic violence occurs. It is necessary that…
STRUCTURES, PARTS AND FUNCTIONS OF THE HUMAN BODY
The human body is made up of different parts. Some parts are inside the body while others are outside. Some parts of the body are the head, eyes, nose, ears, teeth, skin, hands, fingers, nails and feet. The Hair…
HOME ECONOMICS AND NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Home Economics Career Opportunities Home Economics prepares boys and girls for home making and other careers. Some opportunities offer entry-level job which may require on-the-job training for secondary school leavers. Others will require higher education. These careers can be organized…
INTRODUCTION TO HOME ECONOMICS
Home Economics is a broad field of study. It teaches us how to manage ourselves, our resources and our household. It therefore deals with the management of material and non-material things in the family e.g. people, money, food, clothing, housing.…
HOME TRADE
Home trade is the act of buying and selling goods within a geographical area, usually a country. It can be referred to as domestic or internal trade. In home trade, the same currency is used for exchange (buying and selling)…
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