It can be difficult to find helpful civics textbooks for the homeschool. Of course, some families don’t need a textbook because they are so involved in politics; that used to be us. Other families can make do with a short Christian resources such as Christian Citizenship Guide. Although we used that book, we also wanted […]
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Review: How to Lie with Statistics by Darrell Huff
Everywhere we go, we are presented with statistics about things to buy, things to do, the economy, politics, health issues, polls, wages, and more. But sometimes these statistics contradict each other, and what then? This famous little book by Darrell Huff is a humorous explanation of the ways truth is misrepresented with statistics….. … All […]
Review: One Dominion: Celebrating Canada, Prepared for a Purpose
Canada is not a nation of one story alone, but of many stories, from ordinary people, and often ordinary people of faith, who helped form the foundations of our wonderful country. This book takes time to pause and reflect on the stories of these ordinary men and women of God who contributed to the fabric […]
Review: The Mouse on Wall Street by Leonard Wibberley
Do you want an enjoyable way to introduce your teens to economics? We started with The Mouse on Wall Street by Leonard Wibberley, and it has been very successful. For centuries the people of Grand Fenwick had produced their renowned wine, Pinot Grand Fenwick, and their wool. Since defeating the United States in war, a […]
Review: Magna Carta: Our Shared Legacy of Liberty
King John signed the Magna Carta 800 years ago. Many people, like my young teens, wonder, Who cares? Why would it matter to us? John Robson’s documentary, Magna Carta: Our Shared Legacy of Liberty answers this question with a whirlwind tour through history and a stirring call to action. From King Alfred’s neglected cakes and […]