A. Critical Thinking

1. Recognize and define a problem.
2. Plan and follow steps to make choices and decisions.
3. Identify and access print and non-print resources that can be used to help solve problems.
4. Demonstrate brainstorming skills.

B. Self-Management

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between personal behavior and self-image.
2. Recognize and build upon personal strengths.
3. Accept criticism and respond constructively.
4. Recognize personal likes and dislikes.
5. Demonstrate steps to deal with stress and conflict.

C. Interpersonal Communication

1. Develop positive social skills to interact with others.
2. Select and use language appropriate to the situation.
3. Develop skills for accepting self and others through awareness of different cultures, lifestyles, and attitudes.
4. Practice steps for effective conflict resolution.
5. Work cooperatively with others to accomplish a task.

D. Character Development and Ethics

1. Demonstrate character traits that are important in day-to-day activities in the home, school, and community such as trust, responsibility, respect, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
2. Conduct a cooperative activity or project that addresses a character trait.
3. Identify ethical behaviors in the home, school, and community.
4. Explain a person’s responsibility to obey the laws and rules.

E. Consumer and Personal Finance

1. Demonstrate a basic understanding of the value of money.
2. Identify various sources of money for personal spending.
3. Explore the relationship among wants, needs, and resources.
4. Understand that prices of goods and services can be compared to make decisions about purchases.
5. Explain how people can improve their ability to earn income by gaining new knowledge, skills, and experiences.
6. Describe how to earn and save money in order to purchase a desired item.

F. Safety

1. Identify common hazards associated with home, school, and community.
2. Explain how common hazards can be eliminated in the home, school, and community.
3. Describe and demonstrate the safe use of tools and equipment used at home and at school.