This curriculum guide, an augmented and updated version of a guide developed at a June 1980 workshop, consists of materials for teaching a performance-based course in family life education. Addressed in the individual units of the guide are the following topics: establishing an independent family unit, managing interpersonal relationships, managing parenting decisions, using community resources, managing resources, and making consumer decisions and maintaining family unity. Each unit contains some or all of the following: a competency statement; a lesson plan consisting of cross-referenced performance objectives, performance guides, learning experiences and instructional resources; and a series of supplementary handouts, exercises, and information sheets. An annotated list of resources for family life education programs concludes the guide. (MN)