home economics
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For much of the 1900s, family and consumer sciences, more broadly known as home economics, were a staple of educational curricula in most American communities.
From Salon • Jan. 30, 2026
She competed in—and won—pageants and was active in her Baptist church, before getting a degree in home economics from the University of Kentucky.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025
His father was an art teacher, and his mother taught home economics, Ms. Kijner said.
From New York Times • Jan. 13, 2024
"But the main issue I have is that they have no facilities - no music, no home economics, they have to go to the local park for their PE sessions."
From BBC • Nov. 19, 2023
They also had apartments with full kitchens to teach home economics.
From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals
