4B discussed the meaning of this and came up with the following answers -
Families are tied together by ...
Spending time with each other
Being honest
Being kind to one another
Love
Having fun and laughing
Sharing
Having similar genetics - same interests
Trying new things that are what other family members want to do
Being thoughtful
Celebrations
Trust
Respect and
communication
The families in the series each have different structures and dynamics but all contain elements from the above list. 4B identified the above list as things important to them when discussing family.
What is a family?
Adoptive
foster
biological
friends
step parents
extended family and relatives
A family is a group of people who love and respect each other. They do not have to be related biologically and can contain a mix of age, race and religious belifs. Usually a common bond of care ties the members together
