Title: (Optional) Demonstrate communication skills that contribute to positive family relationships.
Course: Family and Consumer Sciences Exploratory III (19251-9) > Section: Strengthening Family Relationships

Demonstration should reflect

- verbal and nonverbal skills (e.g., active listening, “I” messages, paraphrasing, feedback)
- written communication skills
- the concept of personal boundaries
- an awareness of diverse family cultures.

Teacher Resources:

- Families First, FCCLA National Program (available in FCCLA portal)
- The Family Dinner Project

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- How does communication contribute to respectful, healthy relationships?
- What might be some similarities between the attitudes and values of parents and children?

Communication

- What messages can facial expressions convey within the family?
- How do paraphrasing and providing constructive feedback mitigate communication gaps and misunderstandings?
- Why is it appropriate for a parent to have access to their child’s online communication?
- How does sharing family history enrich family relationships?

Leadership

- How do beliefs, values, and traditions affect communication?
- What leadership skills can you develop by assisting your family in planning events such as vacations and special events?

Management

- What steps can you take to consider an individual or family issue from others’ points of view?
- What are the benefits of family meetings?
- Why should families have an emergency-preparedness plan?