A modern and student-friendly approach to Home Economics, with relevant and up-to-date content to fulfil the requirements of the new Junior Cycle Home Economics specification.
- Advance organisation is facilitated by unpacking the learning outcomes to provide learning intentions at the start of every chapter
- Reflects current trends throughout all elements of the text
- Key words are highlighted at the beginning of each chapter to aid comprehension
- Contains a wide range of activities to develop the eight key skills
- Key skills are highlighted by the use of icons
- Includes a mix of individual, pair and group work activities to promote active learning
- Recipes are presented in a user-friendly layout
- The language is easily accessible by students of different learning abilities
- Numeracy moments are highlighted
- Formative assessment opportunities are provided throughout – a key feature of the new Junior Cycle
- Summaries are included at the end of each chapter for easy revision
- Learning links are highlighted throughout to emphasise the integrated nature of the subject
- Useful weblinks are integrated throughout the text
- Includes attractive, vibrant and colourful photographs and illustrations
- A common level text suitable for mixed-ability classes
