Exploring Government (Notgrass History)

 

Are you a member of your state's homeschool organization? Many state homeschool groups organize an annual Day at the Capitol, which is an incredible opportunity for homeschoolers to sit in on a session, tour the state's capitol building, and learn more about how politics work in their state. If your high schooler is ready to learn about the ins and outs of his government on a deeper level, this is the year to include Exploring Government, by Notgrass History, into your routine.

If you have a child with a bent towards politics, go all out and develop a year filled with field trips, politically-based YouTube playlists, and a debate class. If you are a delight-directed educator, then you can make this year a year to remember. Homeschooling high school means you only have a few years (or one if this is your child's senior year) with your child day in and day out. Maybe your child has already picked up a part-time job or volunteer opportunity, and the reality is starting to settle in. Your child is growing up, and you only have so many hours left to be their main authority figure. Use this time to learn and grow together. Have discussions. Have debates. Learn about candidates in the upcoming November elections, even if only for local politics. Go all in and expose your teen to all things politics from a biblical perspective. 

To help you stay grounded in the scriptures, Exploring Government uses historical documents, essays, and speeches, alongside a quality textbook-based approach. This one-semester course counts for a half credit for history and a half credit for English when done in full. With four literature additions, optional activities and projects, and a complete teacher's guide, your teen will have everything needed for a strong foundation in understanding American government. Use it for an upcoming semester and have peace of mind knowing that you will have history and English covered for half a semester!