Skill Up 4: A Worktext in Home Economics and Livelihood Education

The book covers four main areas: Information and Communications Technology (ICT), Agriculture and Fishery Arts (AFA), Family and Consumer Science (FCS), and Industrial Arts (IA).

• Provides in-depth knowledge of computer essentials, digital health and wellness, online security/safety, productivity software use, and the basics of algorithm and process flowcharting
• Emphasizes understanding the natural and proper methods for planting, caring for, propagating, harvesting, and selling ornamental plants, vegetables, and fruit trees, encouraging a love of gardening
• Provides age-appropriate knowledge and skills for fulfilling personal and household tasks suitable for grade school learners
• Covers the appreciation and understanding of basic skills in drawing, measuring, recycling, creating simple projects, calculating expenses, and marketing products
• Teaches handicrafts and basic repairs
• Includes learning activities derived from actual situations that students may encounter, ensuring meaningful learning and preparation for their journey toward development and success