Real Life Skills. For Real Life Kids.
A 9-month hands-on subscription that teaches kids ages 6+ how to clean, cook, budget, sew, and more with math and science integration
Built for Everyday Families.
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Modern Home Ec
Real-world life skills like laundry, gardening, sewing, budgeting, cooking, and more.
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Like Magic
Kids forget they're “doing school,” every box is hands-on, fun, and confidence-boosting.
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Savings
Pay once. No monthly billing. Accepted by many charter schools (and still affordable for private-pay).
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STEAM Based
Math, science, and problem-solving are baked into every activity, from budgeting to bread baking.
Loved by Homeschool Families
Erin O.
"Even my 5 year old learned to sew!!!! (And I got a refresher myself)."
Madeline G
"The bread and butter making box was a hit! My kids had a blast learning and creating. The instructions were clear, and the results were delicious. Highly recommend for a fun and educational experience!"
Sarah C
"My 12 Year old really loved the Self Care Box! He had so much fun exercising. "
Jessica H
"My children have greatly benefited from this curriculum. It’s engaging and they look forward to every new box. Highly recommend."
Stephenie B
"My kids actually wanted to fold their clothes for once! The folding board made it into a game that was addictive and fun for them. Easiest chores ever."
A Complete 9-Month Home Economics Curriculum
For ages 6+! Every month focuses on a new theme, from clothing care to home repair, and includes:
Curated life hacks
Printable Socratic curriculum
Video lessons
Science and math activities
A K-6th Common Core math companion
Ideal for homeschoolers, co-ops, or any family wanting to make self-paced learning fun and engaging!
Whats Inside Each Box
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Fun Home Ec Hacks
Each box includes real tools and supplies your child will use during lessons. Just open the box and start learning.
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Video Lessons
Short, kid-friendly videos guide each lesson and help reinforce key skills in a fun and engaging way.
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Printables
A complete printed curriculum with science and math connections, designed to be read together and easy to follow.
Choose your pace - get all 9 months in one box or receive one box each month.
What Your Child Will Learn
Clothing Care
Your child will learn:
- How to sort and wash laundry
- How to treat common stains
- How to fold and put clothes away
- Basic sewing (buttons + simple mending)
- How to read clothing tags
Bread & Butter
Your child will learn:
- Kitchen basics and safety
- Simple baking skills
- Measuring and fractions in cooking
- Food handling habits
- How ingredients change texture and taste
Self Care
Your child will learn:
- Hygiene habits that actually stick
- Sleep routines and time management
- Hydration and basic nutrition
- Dental care basics
- Emotional wellness and boundaries
Cleaning
Your child will learn:
- How to clean by room (and why it works)
- Simple routines (daily + weekly)
- Decluttering and organizing systems
- Basic cleaning “science”
- Safe use of common supplies
Budgeting
Your child will learn:
- Needs vs wants
- How to plan spending
- Simple saving goals
- Grocery and meal planning basics
- How to track money with a kid friendly system
Hosting
Your child will learn:
- How to welcome guests
- Table setting and manners
- Gratitude and thank you notes
- Being a thoughtful guest
- Planning a simple gathering
First Aid
Your child will learn:
- Basic first aid awareness
- How to stay calm and get help
- Safety habits for home + play
- Simple preparedness skills
- When something is adult only
Garden
Your child will learn:
- Planning a garden space and seasons
- Soil and compost basics
- Seed starting and transplanting
- Plant care and troubleshooting
- Harvesting and storage basics
Home Repair
Your child will learn:
- What home repair is (and why it matters)
- Tool safety and responsibility
- Measuring and planning
- Basic home maintenance habits
- Safe boundaries (kid help vs adult only)
Parent Friendly
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How long are lessons?
Each lesson takes about 20-30 minutes, and families typically complete 2 lessons per week together.
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Who is this for?
• Homeschool families
• Charter school families
• Busy parents who want life skills taught -
Will this be easy to teach?
No lesson planning required. Simply open the box, scan the QR code, and complete the activities together.
Choose Your Delivery Style
Option 1: Nine Months in One Box
Perfect for families who want to move at their own pace.
Option 2: Monthly Delivery
Receive one themed box each month for 9 months.
Homestead Ec
Homestead Ec | Nine Month Subscription
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Approved
Tween Tested
Give them the skills they will need as they grow.
Designed for
Home Educator Approved
Created with home school parents in mind, but simple enough for anyone to impliment.
Rooted in
Essential Skills
Practical skills that will be used for life!
Perfect
for Ages 6+
Our sibling add on makes for double the fun!
We accept funds from select charter schools, ClassWallet, and EFA programs.
Check with your charter school to see if we are an approved vendor. If not, you or your school can email us at info@homesteadec.com. We are also happy to send a direct invoice to you for ClassWallet Orders.