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Time-Tested Government & Economics Curriculum
See the world through the lens of natural law, free markets, and limited government.
- ✔ Build a strong foundation with our comprehensive textbook & teacher’s guide.
- ✔ Add additional pacing with our interactive online course bundle.
Ideal for homeschoolers and high school educators aiming to foster critical thinking and independent learning through a rigorous, real-world curriculum in government and economics.
Suitable for:
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½–1 credit government
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½–1 credit economics
Purchase either or both
course bundles, then:
1 – 2 – 3 – GO!
- Read the one page online course orientation
- Have us set up separate student account if desired
- Download the grading spreadsheet & PDF Teacher’s Guide
and you are ready
for the year!
The Combo Bundle is Our Best Deal
Scroll down for links to individual course info and other curriculum items and options.
Government Course Bundle
- Basic American Government HB Textbook
- PDF Teacher’s Guides
- 365-day Online Course Access
- The Law Mini-course content
- Policy Research Project
Economics Course Bundle
- Basic Economics 4th ed HB Textbook
- PDF Teacher’s Guides
- 365-day Online Course Access
- The Law Mini-course content
- Household Budget Project Mini-course
Combo Course Bundle
Best Value- Both Hardback Textbooks
- Both PDF Teacher’s Guides
- Both Online Courses
- The Law Mini-course Content
- Both Project Mini-courses
Basic American Government
Government Course Bundle $165
Contains all of the following, which may also be purchased separately:
- Textbook + PDF Study Guide $65
- Teacher’s Guide + Study Guide PDFs $30
- Sibling Course (No Textbook) $120
- Policy Research Paper Project Mini-course $30 (if purchased without government course)
- Check out our other bundles
Basic Economics, 4th ed.
Economics Course Bundle $175
Contains all of the following, which may also be purchased separately:
- Textbook (includes study guide) $75
- Teacher’s Guide PDF $30
- Sibling Course (No Textbook) $120
- Budget Project Mini-course $30 (if purchased without economics course)
- Check out our other bundles
Gov't/Econ Combo Course Bundle
Combo Course Bundle $320
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Textbook Descriptions
Basic American Government:
A Constitutionally Grounded Guide for Young Citizens
In a time when civic understanding is more vital than ever, Basic American Government offers a compelling, constitutionally anchored look at how our nation was formed—and why those founding ideas still matter. Designed for homeschool families and classrooms, this textbook brings history and civics to life with clarity, conviction, and purpose.
Students first gain a clear view of how the U.S. government is structured today. Then they journey through the heritage of Western civilization—ancient Israel, Greece, Rome—and follow the thread of liberty through the American founding. Along the way, they examine how we’ve upheld or abandoned core principles—and what that means for our future.
Ideal for high school civics or government courses, this book educates and inspires. Equip the next generation with the knowledge and courage to defend freedom and embrace responsible citizenship.
Basic Economics:
A Natural Law Approach to Real-World Economic Wisdom
Are you looking for an economics textbook that aligns with your values and teaches real-world principles your students can actually use? Basic Economics is a refreshingly clear and morally grounded introduction to economic thinking—perfect for homeschool families and traditional classrooms alike.
Rooted in natural law rather than modern, utilitarian theories, this book teaches students how economies truly work—from the importance of labor and time to the deeper implications of government policies. It empowers learners to think critically, recognize flawed ideologies, and make sound decisions in their personal lives and future careers.
Whether you’re preparing high school students for adulthood or guiding classroom discussions on economic systems, this textbook equips them with timeless principles and practical insight. Give your students a head start with a curriculum that challenges the status quo and builds confident, principled thinkers.
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