Category Food & Nutrition Lesson Notes For SS1 To SS3 Classes

Irons Ironing Board Sleeve Board Pressing Cloth

Wardrobes   Hangers Others: Others – Metal thimbles last longer, especially those made of stainless steel. – Ensure that the metal ones do not have rough edges that may damage the thread and fabrics. Choice and Care Stiletto

Tailor’s Chalk Pencils

Betweens Needl

Previously, we learnt that consumers have to make a choice between a need and a want. In addition, they are faced with challenge, in identifying purchasing and using goods and services. These challenges make up the problems that face a…

facing is a piece of fabric used to finish raw edges at open areas of a garment. They are applied on the wrong side or right side of the garment. Facings have a decorative effect when a contrasting colour of…

It is important to understand the clothing construction processes in order to come up with garments that are well fitting. In this topic we shall cover the following: Collars Collars are features that are fitted at the neckline to add…

This is the process of treating food to stop or slow down food decay and deterioration. Causes of Food Decay Food spoilage and decay is brought about by: 1. Bacteria These are single celled micro-organisms that multiply rapidly under warm…

A flower arrangement is the art of selecting and arranging flowers to come up with a pleasant effect. Some of the commonly used flowers and plant parts are roses, carnations, gladioli, chrysanthemums, statice, arum lilies, madonna lilies, delphiniums, watsomia, leaves,…

Furnishings can be classified into two: Hard furnishings Case goods These are pieces of furniture that are not padded. Upholstered furniture These are furniture that are partially or wholly padded and covered with materials such as fabric, leather and poly…

This is the art of choosing, arranging and maintaining furnishings in the home. Colour is an important aspect in furnishing. Colour Colour is an element of design which can only be seen in the presence of light Characteristics of colour…

Light is radiant energy that enables us to see. Sources of light Sources of light are either natural or artificial. Natural Lighting The main sources of natural light is the sun. Other sources include the moon and the stars. Natural…

This is the mechanism of allowing in fresh air in a room or space while getting rid of stale air. Reasons for adequate ventilation Objectives By the end of the lesson, you should be able to: Dangers of poor ventilation…

Needs of the Sick at Home The sick at home have various needs such as: Physical Needs The physical needs of the sick at home may be met by ensuring the following: Nutritional Needs The patient should be provided with…

Rights of a Consumer The following are some of the rights of a consumer: Right to safety in the use of goods and services This is a right protecting a consumer from any physical or mental harm as a result…

What is Meal planning and management? Meal planning and management refers to the process of determining the foods to be prepared, cooked and presented to the family to meet its nutritional needs using the available resources. Importance of Meal Planning…

By the end of the lesson you should be able to define the terms consumer, goods, services and consumer education.. Sources of consumer awareness Information on products and services can be obtained from various sources and also through various methods.…

What is Scurvy?.  Scurvy is a nutritional disorder which is common among people who rarely eat fresh fruits and vegetables. Scurvy is caused by a lack of Vitamin C, which is found in fresh fruits and vegetables. Vitamin C maintains…