If you’re preparing for the 2025/2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and have chosen Home Economics as one of your subjects, using the JAMB recommended textbooks is crucial for success. Home Economics is a multidisciplinary subject covering food and nutrition, clothing and textiles, home management, family living, and home economics education.
To excel in your UTME, you need a solid grasp of the subject, and the best way to prepare is by studying the official JAMB recommended textbooks for Home Economics. These books are carefully selected by subject experts to align with the JAMB syllabus, ensuring you get the most relevant and up-to-date information.
List of JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Home Economics 2025/2026
Below is the official list of JAMB-approved Home Economics textbooks for the 2025/2026 UTME:
- Anfani-Joe, M.E. and Ogunjide, L.O. (1993) – Home Management for Senior Secondary School 1–3, Ibadan: University Press Plc.
- Anyakoha, E.U. and Eluwa, M. (1990) – Home Management for Schools and Colleges, Onitsha: Africana FIRST Publishers.
- Anyakoha, E.U. (2006) – Home Economics for Junior Secondary Schools Books 1–3, Onitsha: Africana FIRST Publishers.
- Neil, A. and Hesmondhalgh, Z. (1985) – A Complete Revision Course for O’Level and GCE, Revised Home Economics, Charles Co. Ltd.
- Ogunjide, L.O., Egbuchulam, B., Eyisi, O., Anfani-Joe, M.E., and Olusanya, J.O. (1993) – Clothing and Textiles for Senior Secondary Schools 1–3, Ibadan: University Press Plc.
- Olusanya, J.O., Eyisi, O., Anfani-Joe, M.E., Ogunjide, L.O., and Egbuchulam, B. (1990) – Foods and Nutrition for Secondary Schools Books 1–3, Ibadan: University Press Plc.
- Olusanya, J.O., Olojala, S.O., Bala, F., and Eyisi, O. (2000) – Exam Focus, Food and Nutrition for WASSCE and SSCE, Ibadan: University Press Plc.
- The Internet – Additional online resources for updated information.
How to Use JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Home Economics Effectively
Simply reading these textbooks isn’t enough—you need a strategic approach to maximize your preparation. Here’s how to make the most of them:
1. Study the JAMB Home Economics Syllabus
- Download the official UTME syllabus for Home Economics from the JAMB website.
- The syllabus outlines key topics, objectives, and recommended textbooks for each section.
2. Identify Your Strengths and Weaknesses
- Assess your knowledge level in food and nutrition, clothing and textiles, home management, and family living.
- Focus more on areas where you need improvement.
3. Create a Study Timetable
- Allocate sufficient time to each topic.
- Include revision sessions, breaks, and mock tests in your schedule.
4. Read with Understanding
- Avoid rote memorization—understand concepts, definitions, and practical applications.
- Use diagrams, tables, flashcards, and summaries to reinforce learning.
5. Practice Past Questions
- Solve JAMB past questions from Home Economics to familiarize yourself with the exam format.
- Review your answers and learn from mistakes.
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