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HOME ECONOMICS AND NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

JSS 1 Home Economics (1st, 2nd & 3rd Term), Family Improvement, Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

CAREERS IN HOME ECONOMICS Foods and Nutrition: Nutritionist Food technologist Dieticians Caterers Bakers Food researchers Home Management: Home keepers Welfare workers Teachers Interior decorator Researchers Counsellors Laundry specialist. Clothing and Textiles Dress makers Cloth retailers Fashion designers Stylist Embroidery maker. HOME ECONOMICS CAREER REQUIREMENTS Home economics careers require education at different levels of education. Home […]

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STRUCTURE OF THE SKIN

JSS 1 Home Economics (1st, 2nd & 3rd Term), Family Improvement, Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

The skin is the outer covering of the body. It performs a very important function, it is necessary to understand the structure of the skin and how to take care of it. The skin is made up of two main layers, viz: The Epidermis: this is the outer layer; it has no blood vessels or

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THE TEETH, HANDS AND FEET

JSS 1 Home Economics (1st, 2nd & 3rd Term), Family Improvement, Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

Human beings grow two sets of teeth. The first is the milk or temporary teeth (during childhood) These are 24 in number. They loosen and fall out. They are replaced by permanent teeth (in adulthood). The permanent teeth are usually 32 in number. Structure of the Teeth The crown: the part of the tooth projecting

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GOOD POSTURE AND EXERCISE

JSS 1 Home Economics (1st, 2nd & 3rd Term), Family Improvement, Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

DEFINITION AND MEANING OF GOOD POSTURE Posture means keeping the natural balance of the body aligned. It is the way the body parts are held up or carried when we walk, stand, sit or work. In good posture, the back is kept straight, shoulders pull well, and back and hand held high. IMPORTANCE OF GOOD

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FOOD PREPARATION

JSS 3 Home Economics (1st, 2nd & 3rd Term), Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

Kitchen equipment and utensils are very important for food storage, preparation and cooking. Small kitchen tools such as knives and forks are called utensils while the large ones such as cookers and deep freezer are known as equipment.

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BUYING, PRESERVATION AND STORAGE OF FOOD

JSS 3 Home Economics (1st, 2nd & 3rd Term), Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

Make a good shopping list
Keep to the shopping list when buying
Ensure that there are adequate storage facilities for the foodstuff to be purchased.
Buy foods that are in season
Judge the quality of food before buying

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STEWING METHOD

Catering, Food & Nutrition, Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

Stewing is cooking food in a measured amount of liquids. Once the food has boiled it is allowed to simmer. Sufficient amount of liquid water or stock should be added for a stew of the right consistency. The saucepan or pot used should have a tight fitting lid to avoid loss of nutrients. Use gentle

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SYNTHETIC FIBRES

Catering, Food & Nutrition, Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

Properties of Synthetic Fibres Synthetic fibres are made from chemical substances which are mainly derived from coal, oil or petroleum products. There are properties that are common to all synthetic fibres. Desirable Properties of Synthetic Fibres Synthetic fibres are very strong. They are therefore used to make a variety of items. Synthetics are smooth and

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HEALTHY FEEDING AND EATING PRACTICES

JSS 1 Home Economics (1st, 2nd & 3rd Term), Family Improvement, Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

MEANING OF FEEDING HABITS Feeding or eating habits are your everyday patterns of eating. It involves the tendency to reach out for foods whenever you are hungry. These habits vary from one person to another and from one locality to another. But it is good to maintain healthy feeding habit by choosing foods which are

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FOOD HYGIENE, FOOD SPOILAGE AND FOOD POISONING

Catering, Food & Nutrition, Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

What is Food spoilage? Food spoilage is the deterioration of food, making it unfit for human consumption. Food poisoning is the illness caused by eating contaminated food. Causes of Food Spoilage Poor storage of foods Chemicals present in food containers wrappers and packets Keeping food for too long until it rots, wilts or withers. Cover

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Materials For Care of Clothing

Home Economics (Primary Classes), Family Improvement, Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

Suitable cupboard Wardrobe Suitcases Bag Hangers Soap and detergents Water Materials for maintaining of clothing Starch (stiffing agent) Blue Ironing Stain removals See also Care and Maintenance of Clothing Making Simple Apron How to Produce Simple Clothing Article Simple Clothing Article BODY MEASUREMENTS

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MEANING AND CHARACTERISTICS OF A HOME

JSS 1 Home Economics (1st, 2nd & 3rd Term), Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

A home This is a dwelling place for family members. It is where family members stay together and share love. It is a place where children are trained and prepared for adult life. A house This is a building kept for people to live in. It is also a place where properties are kept.

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KWASHIORKOR

Catering, Food & Nutrition, Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

What is Kwashiorko? Kwashiorkor is caused by lack of proteins in the diet. It usually affects children below five (5) years who stop breast-feeding early and are weaned on foods lacking in proteins. Signs and Symptoms of Kwashiorko Hair is thin, scanty, brown and silky. Swelling of the belly, face, hands and feet. When one

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Making Simple Relevant Clothing Articles

Home Economics (Primary Classes), Family Improvement, Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

Making of tray cover Materials needed: Suitable material for tray conversing. plain cloth Matching thread Embroidery thread Procedure for making tray cover Measure and cut out materials according to the shape and size of the tray Make any desired design on the cover Fold in and press about 2.5cm double hem around the edges Tack

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ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO

Home Economics (Primary Classes), Family Improvement, Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

Both tobacco and alcohol are defined as drugs but they are different and similar in some ways. They are similar because they are harmful to the body when abused and they make people to be addicted to it. While they are different is because a little alcohol can be good for the health of the

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SEWING TOOLS

Catering, Food & Nutrition, Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

Needles Sharps Betweens Crewels Sharps Needle Have round eyes Should be fine Eye should be smooth Easy to thread Assorted sizes; the higher the number the finer the needle Use correctly Used for ordinary sewing Should be kept in a pin cushion Betweens Needle Assorted sizes; the higher the number the finer the needle. Shorter

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THE FAMILY

JSS 1 Home Economics (1st, 2nd & 3rd Term), Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

A family can be defined as a group of people who live together and are united by ties of marriage, birth, blood and adoption. It is the smallest unit of the society. TYPES OF FAMILY Nuclear Family: This consists of father, mother and their children. It is also sometimes called a monogamous family. Polygamous

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MEANING OF SEAM

Home Economics (Primary Classes), Family Improvement, Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

These are joining on the materials e.g. shoulders, sides, sleeve, waistline, collar etc. There are different types of seam e.g. Open seam, overlaid seam, piped seam, Mantua seam etc. TYPES OF SEAM Open seam Overlaid seam Piped seam Mantua seam OPEN SEAM This is a flat seam showing no stitches on the right side. Method:

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BURNS, SCALDS AND SPRAIN

Catering, Food & Nutrition, Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

Burns are caused by dry heat such as hot charcoal, metal and open flames while scalds are caused by moist heat such as stream and hot liquids. Prevention of burns and scalds Matches, boiling stoves, hot liquids, burning candles should be kept away from children. Store flammable liquids away from children. Lids covering hot foods

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Simple Clothing Article

Home Economics (Primary Classes), Family Improvement, Home Economics, Home Management, Home Science

Clothing is an item worn on the body. Clothing can be made of textile, animal skin, or other thin sheets of materials put together. SIMPLE CLOTHING ARTICLES Apron Cap Tray cover Bag Oven glove Hand towel MATERIALS NEEDED FOR MAKING SIMPLE CLOTHING ARTICLES Fabrics Hand needles Thread Thimbles Tailor chalk Pins Scissors Strategies

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