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 […]
What is cooking? Cooking is a process of preparing food by applying heat. Discuss reasons for cooking food. Identify different methods of cooking. State general rules for different methods of cooking. Why do we cook food? Â To improve flavour or taste of food. Â To improve appearance and make it more appealing. Â To
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Modern houses are more durable as they are made using strong materials like stones, cement, bricks, metal, and concrete hence making them permanent. Examples of modern houses include:  Bungalow  Mainsonette  Flats or Apartments Bungalow A house where all rooms and facilities are constructed on the ground floor. Comes in different shapes like
 Cleaning Equipment The home should be kept clean at all times. In order to maintain the cleanliness of the home, constant removal of dirt is important. The following equipment is necessary for the removal of dirt:  Brooms  Scrubbing brush  Cobweb brush  Carpet brush  Toilet brush  Buckets and Basins Â
What is First Aid? First Aid is the immediate help given to a person who has had an accident or sudden illness before being placed under medical care. It is usually done at the place where the accident occurs. A person who gives first help uses a First Aid Kit. This is a container with
Poison is any substance which when taken causes harm to the body. It gets into the body through swallowing, breathing in gases (inhalation), contact through pesticides and chemicals pushed through the skin. 1 Baby drinking paraffin from a bottle 2. Man seated in an enclosed room without ventilation and there is a jiko, hence he
Some insects such as bees, wasps and scorpions sting while others such as mosquitoes, ticks, lice and cockroaches bite. Keep the environment clean. Do not disturb bees and hornets. Air beddings thoroughly and change them frequently. Bites Clean the affected area thoroughly with clean water. If possible apply alcohol or alcohol mixed with iodine on affected
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Drowning is the blockage of air passages by liquids when swimming or if one falls into water bodies such as lakes, rivers and basins. A child bending into a bucket full of water. The child then falls inside. Water storage containers must have tight fitting lids. Do not store water in open containers. All water
It occurs due to temporary loss of blood flow in the brain causing a brief loss of consciousness.  Illness such as anemia  After receiving bad or good news  Hunger  Overworking  Standing for a long time  Avoid standing for too long.  Avoid overcrowding and poorly ventilated rooms. Break bad news calmly. Lay the casualty down and
This happens when blood comes out of the nose. It may be caused by an injury, blowing the nose forcefully and picking the nose. Someone pinching the nose to prevent blood from coming out during nose bleeding. The head should be slightly bent. Â Avoid picking the nose. Â Avoid blowing the nose too hard and often
A foreign body is anything undesirable that enters into the body such as dust, insects and seeds (common with children). A child putting a bean in the nose and then breathing it out. People should protect their eyes when walking or working in an area where there are dust particles in the air e.g. by
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 Choking Choking is when one is not able to breathe. Choking is caused by food or foreign objects such as seeds, bones and coins stuck in the throat or air passage making breathing difficult. Encourage the casualty to cough Give back slaps – Obstruction Avoid putting foreign objects in the mouth. Children should not play
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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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A cut is a slit or break on the skin caused by sharp objects such as razor blades, broken glass and knives while bruises are caused by blunt blows. Prevention  Store sharp objects safely.  Use and care for knives appropriately.  Dispose off empty tins, broken bottles and other sharp objects e.g. by burying.  Keep doors
Accidents at home are incidents that can occur unexpectedly, resulting in injuries or other adverse health outcomes. Understanding the common types of home accidents can help in preventing them and managing their consequences effectively. Here are some of the most common accidents that can happen at home: 1. Cuts and Bruises: a. Often caused by
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Personal hygiene refers to the cleanliness of the body. This involves good grooming or care of different parts of the body, choice, use and care of personal items. Cosmetics are prepared substances which are applied on the body by both men and women to enhance appearance. They include:  Lips stick  Mascara  Rouge  Body lotion  Deodorant
They lead to diverse career opportunities such as: Interior Designer  Chef  Air Hostess  Dietician  Community Health Worker  Fashion Designer  Entrepreneur  Researcher  Textile Engineer  Teacher Chef This is the chief cook of a large kitchen staff. He/she is in charge of menu creation, staff management and business aspects related
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DISCIPLINES IN HOME SCIENCE, HOME ECONOMICS/CATERING/FOOD & NUTRITION/HOME MANAGEMENT Home Science/Home Economies/Catering/Food & Nutrition is an applied multi-disciplinary science which aims at improving the quality of life and well-being of an individual, family and community. Maternal child care Home care  Textiles Clothing Health education  Consumer education MATERNAL CHILD CARE It deals with child development from
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A sewing machine is a large sewing equipment designed to make stitches. It makes sewing quicker and more efficient. It is a simple machine to operate as it is done manually at the speed of the person operating. It is portable and easy to carry. Balance wheel is rotated by hand. One hand rotates the
 Classification of stitches Stitches are classified into two groups: Roll the mouse over the words: Permanent and Temporary for additional information. Classify stitches. – Describe how to work out different types of stitches Joining stitches These are stitches which are used to hold two or more layers of fabric together permanently. They include:  Machine stitches
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