The purpose of the merit badge is to allow you to explore and understand the subject. In order to complete the merit badge you need to do some research. Resources are:
- The merit badge pamphlet
- Your merit badge counselor
- Your school teachers
- Your school or community library
- The BSA website at Scouting.org[linked]
- MeritBadge.org[linked]
You can find the answers for Family Life merit badge by using these resources:
Scouting Literature
American Cultures, American Heritage, Citizenship in the Community, Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the World, Communications, Cooking, Crime Prevention, Disabilities Awareness, Genealogy, and Personal Management merit badge pamphlets.
Books
- Block, Joel D., et al. Stepliving for Teens: Getting Along With Stepparents and Siblings. Price Stern Sloan, 2001.
- Brain, Marshall. The Teenager's Guide to the Real World. BYG Publishing Inc., 1997.
- Carlson, Richard. Don't Sweat the Small Stuff for Teens. Hyperion Press, 2000.
- Coleman, Ronda. Around the Family Table: 365 Mealtime Conversations for Parents and Children. Gryphon House Inc., 2001.
- Coleman, Ronda. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Workbook. Franklin Quest Company, 1999.
- Covey, Sean. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. Simon & Schuster, 1998.
- Davis, Ken. How to Live With Your Parents Without Losing Your Mind. Zondervan Publishing Company, 1988.
- Foster, Chad. Teenagers: Preparing for the Real World. Rising Books, 1995.
- Fox, Annie, and Elizabeth Verdick. Can You Relate? Real-World Advice for Teens on Guys, Girls, Growing Up, and Getting Along. Free Spirit Publishing Inc., 1999.
- Gurian, Michael, et al. From Boys to Men: All About Adolescence and You. BT Bound, 1999.
- Hightower, Elaine, and Betsy Riley. Our Family Meeting Book: Fun and Easy Ways to Manage Time, Build Communication, and Share Responsibility Week by Week. Free Spirit Press, 2002.
- Jukes, Mavis. Guy Book: An Owner's Manual. Crown Books for Young Readers, 2001.
- Maisel, Eric. 20 Communication Tips for Families: A 30-Minute Guide to a Better Family Relationship. New World Library, 2000.
- McGraw, Jay. Closing the Gap: A Strategy for Bringing Parents and Teens Together. Fireside, 2001.
- McGraw, Jay. Life Strategies for Teens. Fireside, 2000.
- Otfinoski, Steve. The Kid's Guide to Money: Earning It, Saving It, Spending It, Growing It, Sharing It. Scholastic, 1996.
- Packer, Alex J. The How Rude!(TM) Handbook of Family Manners for Teens. Free Spirit Press, 2004.
- Packer, Alex J. Bringing Up Parents: The Teenager's Handbook. Sagebrush Bound, 1993.
Organizations and Web Sites
American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
400 North Columbus Street, Suite 202
Alexandria, VA 22314
Toll-free telephone: 800-424-8080
Web site: http://www.aafcs.org
American Red Cross
2025 E St., NW
Washington, DC 20006
Toll-free telephone: 877-272-7337
Web site: http://www.redcross.org
Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America
1910 Association Drive
Reston, VA 20191-1584
Telephone: 703-476-4900
Web site: http://www.fcclainc.org
The Parenting Project
5776 Hamilton Way
Boca Raton, FL 33496
Toll-free telephone: 888-PARENTS
Web site: http://www.parentingproject.org
TeensHealth
Web site: http://www.teenshealth.org
