Synopsis There has been a fallacy that the study of home science is basically meant for girls only. But now home science has been made a part of syllabus for boys also. Human happiness depends to a great extent on the happiness depends to a great extent on the happiness of the family. A happy family is a great asset to the society. The study of home science helps to make a family happy. In this book, the principles of home science have been discussed. The subject of child care has been given adequate attention. Food and nutrition, textiles and laundering areas have been widely discussed. Home management and nursing similarly find a place at the appropriate place. Human relations also find a place. It has been tried to give due representation to all the areas of home science. It is hoped the book will get a wide response from the teachers, educational planners and the layman alike.