Hands-On Home: A Guide To Sustainable Living
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- Program and school year
- FTC-PEP · 2026-27
- Rule pack
- step-up-ftc-pep-2026-27 · v1.0.1
- Evidence level
- Official category rule
- Source freshness
- Review due · Low
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PEP-2026-27-AUTHORIZED-CURRICULUM-CONDITIONS
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Product description
Written by Erica Strauss, this fresh and approachable guide blends traditional homemaking wisdom with modern sustainability, making it ideal for families who want to raise capable, confident students prepared for adulthood. Rather than overwhelming readers, this book gently walks students through practical, achievable projects that build independence one skill at a time. <br><br>Students learn how to cook with the seasons, preserve food through canning and fermenting, and create their own nontoxic home and personal care products—all while understanding why these skills matter.<br><br>For homeschool parents focused on life skills, slow living, stewardship, and sustainability, <em>Hands-On Home</em> fits naturally into electives, home economics, practical arts, or family learning time. It’s not just about doing things yourself—it’s about teaching students how to care for their homes, their health, and their resources with confidence and purpose.<br><br><strong>What Students Will Learn</strong><br><br>Students will gain practical, transferable life skills, including:<br><ul><li><strong>Seasonal Cooking Skills:</strong> Understanding how to cook with fresh, seasonal ingredients</li><li><strong>Food Preservation Methods:</strong> Canning, fermenting, and preserving food safely and confidently</li><li><strong>Kitchen Setup & Organization:</strong> Learning how to stock and manage a functional home kitchen</li><li><strong>DIY Home Care:</strong> Making effective, nontoxic household cleaning products</li><li><strong>Personal Care Product Creation:</strong> Crafting simple, natural alternatives for everyday use</li><li><strong>Sustainable Living Practices:</strong> Reducing waste and making thoughtful, resource-wise choices</li><li><strong>Self-Reliance & Responsibility:</strong> Building confidence through hands-on, real-world projects</li></ul>
Source evidence
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- Catalog
- FESUA_DailySkillBuilding
- Source type
- Search
- Link status
- Stepup product link
- Enrichment confidence
- Unknown
Official policy source
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- Publisher
- Step Up For Students
- Applies to
- FTC-PEP · 2026-27
- Effective dates
- Jul 1, 2026 — Jun 30, 2027
- Source last modified
- Jul 14, 2026
- Reviewed by Navigator
- Jul 23, 2026
- Review due
- Aug 14, 2026
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