Prepare your student for responsible citizenship with a discussion of the principles and mechanics of a constitutional republic. Material discussed includes the Constitution, in depth insights into the three branches of government, political parties, elections, foreign policy, and more, all from a biblical perspective. The material can be taught in one or two semesters. The Teacher's Edition is loaded with supplementary activity ideas, whole and half-year plans, mock Congress guidelines and reproducible handouts. - Publisher.
American Government Student Edition (4th ed.) presents US government from a biblical perspective and will encourage students to appreciate our heritage. The text aims to develop students' critical-thinking skills and demonstrates how knowledge of history and government are crucial for making decisions about issues on the local, state, and national levels. During this course, students will study the foundations of our country, the Constitution, the three branches of government, and political parties and politics.-- from publisher's description.
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This book will equip Christian parents to navigate the increasingly secular public school system with the aim to help their kids stand firm in their faith, uphold a Biblical worldview and shine a light for Christ. There are also powerful resources for anyone involved in public education on campus: teachers, administrators, volunteers, and pastors.
