Discuss ways that boys may be of assistance and may assist
younger children in decorating the home for holidays and other
special occasions. Plan for and assume responsibility for deco-
rating on such occasions in home, school, or community.
 Investigate community to find out the kinds of services pro-
vided by various community organizations and other agencies
concerned with the welfare of children. Cooperatively make
recommendations for ways of assisting these organizations in
carrying out some of the services.

 CLOTHING AND TEXTILES
Experiences:
 Cooperatively list the items of clothing comprising ward-
robe essentials, and also other desirable items of clothing. De-
termine from clothing on hand what is needed to complete an
adequate wardrobe for one's self.

 Collect labels from clothing worn by men and boys. Dis-
tinguish brand name and trade mark labels from informative
labels. Compare information on labels with clothing and textile
standards established through the Federal Trade Commission.
 Determine factors to be considered when selecting and buy-
ing articles of clothing to insure maximum satisfaction for the
clothing dollar spent.
 Observe demonstrations given by qualified persons on se-
lection of accessories appropriate in line, color, and design.
 Develop cooperatively a check list of desirable grooming
practices. Use the list in analyzing individual grooming
practices. Make plans for self improvement. Check progress
continuously.
 Discuss how a neat, well groomed appearance may aid in
obtaining a position and may aid in securing future promotions.
 Plan desirable ways of storing various articles of boy's
clothing and, if possible, carry out the plan.
 Determine the essentials and assemble small equipment and
supplies needed for a kit which will enable one to care for one's
own clothing.