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Master Books Civics and the Constitution

A one-semester high school course on the Constitution's history and meaning, with video lectures, from a Biblical worldview.

Updated September 2026 · 6 sources

Grades10th–12th
ViewpointChristian; presents the Constitution as a document of God-given rights; limited-government
ApproachStudent book reading plus video lectures; worksheets and quizzes in the teacher guide
Who teachesThe program does the teaching
Parent prepLow (the teacher guide holds the schedule, worksheets and quizzes)
Screen timeA mix of screen and paper
Video lessonsIncluded: video lectures come with the course
Cost$78: curriculum pack ($78.37, 2026 edition) (source, affiliate link)
PlacementMaster Books: Civics and the ConstitutionAffiliate link
Recommended for grades 10–12; one semester

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What parents say

Master Books describes it as a fast-paced, issue-focused semester course, and the parent reviews on retailer sites are short and positive about its coverage. It treats the Constitution as a document of God-given rights and takes on debates over reinterpreting it. We haven't found an in-depth independent review yet.

Parents love

  • Video lectures included
  • One semester, half a credit
  • The teacher guide holds the whole schedule

Common complaints

  • Clear Christian, limited-government viewpoint
  • Government only, no economics
  • No in-depth independent review yet

Who it fits

Best for

  • Government and the Constitution. The Constitution, law and government
  • Christian worldview. Taught from a Biblical worldview
  • Free-market, limited-government. The founders' view of limited government
  • Textbook and workbook. Student book with worksheets and quizzes
  • Books and discussion.
  • Video or online lessons. Video lectures included
  • Yes, for the transcript. Half credit in one semester
  • Some screen time. A mix of screen and paper
  • Video lessons a big plus. Video lectures come with the course
  • Video lessons nice to have. Video lectures come with the course
  • Minimal: solo work. Open-and-go daily schedule
  • Some: 20–30 min daily.

Less suited for

  • Nonpartisan, no stated viewpoint. Takes a clear viewpoint

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How does Master Books Civics and the Constitution teach civics and economics?

Master Books Civics and the Constitution is described as student book reading plus video lectures; worksheets and quizzes in the teacher guide. Parent prep: low (the teacher guide holds the schedule, worksheets and quizzes).

What grades does Master Books Civics and the Constitution cover?

Master Books Civics and the Constitution covers grades 10th–12th.

How much does Master Books Civics and the Constitution cost?

$78: curriculum pack ($78.37, 2026 edition). Prices were checked on publisher or retailer pages in September 2026; check current prices before buying.

What viewpoint does Master Books Civics and the Constitution teach from?

Christian; presents the Constitution as a document of God-given rights; limited-government.

Does Master Books Civics and the Constitution count for a high school credit?

Yes. Half credit in one semester

Is Master Books Civics and the Constitution online?

A mix of screen and paper. The program does the teaching.

Does Master Books Civics and the Constitution have a placement test?

Yes. Master Books: Civics and the Constitution. Recommended for grades 10–12; one semester

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