Exploring Government

Exploring Government, Fourth Edition doesn't try to sugarcoat what government is—but it does make sure your teen actually understands it. Whether he's voting in the next few years or just trying to survive social media debates, this one-semester, Bible-based course gives him a clear, practical, and respectful look at how our federal, state, and local systems work—and why that matters. This isn't some nearly 500-page ramble. It's 75 daily lessons across 15 tidy units, written directly to the student with a clean, get-it-done layout. He'll cover the U.S. Constitution, key political ideas, and current issues—with optional assignments that include real writing or discussion prompts if he's aiming to snag the extra ½ credit in English (yes, two half credits: U.S. Government and English). You can keep it simple or go all in. Designed for independent learners, the full-color textbook is paired with We Hold These Truths, a powerful collection of speeches, essays, and founding documents that