Handout 8:
The Kelso Family Life Cycle


Instructions
Using the information presented in handouts 1 and 7, complete the Kelso family life cycle by identifying significant life events. Record the significant life events in the chart below. Be prepared to discuss the following: What can you learn about families from exploring significant events in their life cycles? How will understanding a family's life cycle help you support that family?
 
· Mrs. Kelso dies suddenly 

· Stella Kelso is born 

· Children start school 

· Mrs. Kelso volunteers at Head Start 

· Children enroll in Head Start 

· Mr. Kelso gets a new job 

· Tim Kelso is born 

· Mr. Kelso gets computer training 

· Laura Kelso is born 

· Mr. and Mrs. Kelso marry



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