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Learning Targets

Chapter 1

• I can defend the need to study parenting in today’s world.

• I can relate parenting skills to societal strength.

• I can discuss the rewards of parenting.• I can summarize the basic responsibilities

of parenting.• I can explain how learning about parenting

can also help people who aren’t parents.

Chapter 2• I can discuss the importance of patience in

parenting. • I can give examples of how being confident and

realistic are necessary traits for parents.• I can describe how a parent's resourcefulness

and sense of humor can enhance family life.• I can explain the value of sensitivity in parenting.• I can explain why teamwork is part of parenting.• I can describe ways that people can learn

necessary parenting skills.• I can develop skills that will help me be an

effective parent.

Chapter 3• I can explain how personal influences affect

parenting style. • I can discuss how parenting is affected by

society and other outside influences.• I can identify prominent theories on child

development.• I can identify and compare three different

parenting styles.• I can form some early ideas about my parenting

philosophy.

Chapter 4• I can compare parental leadership roles within

different types of families.• I can describe skills that are necessary for good

leadership.• I can describe the leadership role of parents

throughout the family life cycle.• I can identify what parents can do to provide moral

leadership.• I can explain why being a manager is part of

parenting.• I can relate Maslow’s Hierarchy of Human Needs to

parenting.• I can explain the rights and responsibilities of

parenting.

Chapter 5• I can recognize the wrong reasons for having a child.• I can explain the importance of parenting readiness.• I can list traits of psychological maturity and evaluate

these traits in myself.• I can relate how physical maturity and health are part of

parenting readiness.• I can characterize a solid relationship.• I can evaluate how lifestyles and goals affect parenting

readiness.• I can discuss how finances affect parenting readiness.• I can summarize and apply the steps of the decision

making process.

Chapter 6• I can discuss the problems associated with

teens having children.• I can recognize and discuss pressures and

circumstances that increase the risk of teen pregnancy.

• I can describe the impact of teen pregnancy on teens, their children, families, and society.

• I can give reasons and suggestions for practicing abstinence.

• I can evaluate options for teen parents.• I can suggest sources of support for teen

parents.

Chapter 7

• I can assess the value of planning a family.• I can explain the processes of human

reproduction.• I can summarize the alternatives for people who

want to delay pregnancy.• I can describe how traits are inherited.• I can explain why considering genetics is useful

in planning a family.• I can suggest and describe alternate ways to

become a parent.

Chapter 8

• I can describe possible early signs of pregnancy.• I can explain how to choose a health care

provider and what to expect at visits.• I can identify and describe the three stages of

prenatal development.• I can give examples of what is characteristic of

the three trimesters of pregnancy.• I can discuss warning signs and possible tests

that may be done during pregnancy.• I can explain why a pregnancy that ends has

emotional as well as physical impact.

Chapter 9

• I can give examples of nutritious foods to choose for meals and snacks during pregnancy.

• I can discuss appropriate weight gain and clothing considerations for expectant mothers.

• I can recognize sports and activities that are safe and unsafe during pregnancy.

• I can explain how a pregnant woman’s emotions might affect her stress level and describe ways to reduce stress.

• I can identify specific substances, diseases, and environmental hazards that can harm the fetus.

Chapter 10• I can describe the advantages of prepared

childbirth.• I can compare and contrast different birth

locations.• I can compare the advantages of breast-feeding

and bottle-feeding.• I can select clothing, equipment, and supplies

needed for a newborn.• I can explain parental leave arrangements for

working parents.• I can demonstrate ways to help a child adjust to

a new sibling.

Chapter 11

• I can summarize what happens during the three stages of childbirth.

• I can suggest strategies a woman and her coach can use to ease labor and delivery.

• I can describe complications that can affect the mother or newborn during labor and delivery.

• I can describe the care given to a mother and newborn after delivery.

Chapter 12

• I can explain how new mothers and fathers adjust to parenthood physically and emotionally.

• I can compare the experiences that couples, single parents, and adoptive parents have as they adjust to parenthood.

• I can suggest ways for parents to work with other family members as they adjust to the baby’s arrival.

• I can give tips for managing stress.• I can develop a plan to help new parents cope

with the responsibilities of parenting.

Chapter 13• I can describe physical growth and development

during infancy.• I can relate information on brain development to

infant development.• I can identify significant intellectual advances

during infancy.• I can explain Piaget’s theory of cognitive

development as applies to infants.• I can explain emotional, social, and moral

development during infancy.• I can assess an infant’s development as

compared to typical standards.

Chapter 14• I can respond appropriately to an infant’s physical needs.• I can explain ways to promote motor development in

infants.• I can select items and activities for an intellectually

stimulating environment for infants.• I can describe ways of encouraging language

development in infants.• I can give examples of positive responses to babies’

emotions.• I can explain how parents promote social development in

infants.• I can describe how moral development begins.

Chapter 15• I can compare and contrast growth patterns at

different stages of childhood.• I can demonstrate ways of promoting good

nutrition with children of various ages.• I can suggest activities for helping children

develop large and small motor skills.• I can recommend techniques for teaching

children personal hygiene skills.• I can select appropriate clothing for children.

Chapter 17• I can compare and contrast emotional responses

of children at different ages.• I can demonstrate responses to a child’s

emotions that promote personal growth.• I can relate Erikson’s theory of personality

development to promoting emotional growth.• I can explain parenting practices that

appropriately build self-esteem in children.• I can develop guidelines for teaching children to

be independent.• I can suggest strategies for helping children

manage stress.

Chapter 18• I can explain the socialization process.• I can suggest ways to aid a child’s socialization within

the family.• I can evaluate various parental responses to sibling

rivalry.• I can compare and contrast a child’s social skills at

different ages.• I can explain how to teach children skills for getting along

with other children.• I can apply respect for diversity to raising children.• I can describe the steps of a conflict resolution process.• I can relate good manners and respect for animals to

social development.

Chapter 19• I can relate new findings on brain development

to parenting young children.• I can explain Piaget’s theory of intellectual

development as it applies to young children.• I can describe ways to teach children basic

concepts in everyday activities.• I can explain techniques for helping children

build intellectual skills.• I can identify language skills that children need

and ways to promote them.