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We are family… I can… • Justify the importance of families • Describe at least 3 different types of families What is family? In a group of two or three, come up with one or two words that describe what a family is. Then, draw a picture of what family is. Post it on the door. How is family formally described? A group of two or more persons related by birth, marriage or adoption residing together in a household Types of families • Nuclear family – Mom, Dad, kids • Cohabitation – Living together, NOT married • Couple with no children • Single parent families • Blended (step) families • Adoptive families • Extended families – Parents, kids, grandparents • Boomerang families – Children who move back in with their parents Types of families For each type of family, come up with at least one TV show or movie that has that type of family in it. Nuclear Cohabitation Couple with no children Single parent Blended/step families Adopted Boomerang Think, Pair, Share • What are some advantages to living in a family? Why have a family? • Love and closeness • Consistent emotional attachments • Close proximity which facilitates cooperation and communication • Can know ourselves and others better • Economic benefits Characteristics of Strong Families • • • • • • • • Appreciation Kindness Communication Time together Values and standards Problem solving Traditions Fun and laughter Media portrayal of family Do you think the media accurately portrays typical American families? Exit slip On your own paper, answer the following questions: a. Why is it advantageous for a person to live with a family? b. Name 3 types of families and describe them in one sentence. Give a pop-culture example of each.