How do I use Notgrass in a co-op? We designed our courses for use by individual families. However, we have had many co-ops use our courses for group study. Here is some of the feedback we have received: This is the best history course... Co-ops & Schools
Do you have suggestions for a writing curriculum? For the composition component of our high school curriculum, we assume that the student has some experience writing essays. The three most important activities to help a student write well are reading... Parent Support
Can our private school use Notgrass History? Notgrass History offers U.S. history, world history, geography, government, civics, and economics curriculum. We offer a variety of resources for first grade through high school. Our curriculum gives ... Co-ops & Schools
What changed in the second edition of America the Beautiful? Since its release in 2010, America the Beautiful has provided homeschooling families with engaging lessons, beautiful illustrations, and a variety of activities for different learning styles. The core... Middle School
Why don't the high school Student Review books have space to write the answers? Our middle school Lesson Review books have space for the student to write his or her answers in the book. Our high school Student Review books do not. We decided not to provide space in the high schoo... High School
Homeschool History Supplemental Resource Links Notgrass History curriculum is self-contained. You don't need to add anything else unless you want to. However, if you are looking for videos, virtual field trips, interactive websites, and other reso... Elementary High School Middle School
Do you have a Teacher's Edition or lesson plan? Our courses are designed to be easy for parents and students to use. An introduction at the front of the book explains how the material is laid out, and all assignments are included right in the text.... Ordering Parent Support
How long should the writing assignments be? For our high school courses, two to three pages of typed, double-spaced text (500-750 words) is a good target for most of the writing assignments. The primary goal is for your child to practice puttin... High School Parent Support
Does Exploring Economics cover microeconomics or macroeconomics? Exploring Economics gives the student an introduction to both microeconomics (how individuals and businesses participate in the economy) and macroeconomics (government policy and national trends). Lea...
Course Description for Our Star-Spangled Story Course: U.S. History Text: Our Star-Spangled Story by Charlene Notgrass, Bethany Poore, and Mary Evelyn McCurdy Description: Our Star-Spangled Story guides students on a journey through U.S. history, ... Elementary
Does Notgrass History align with state educational standards? We at Notgrass History believe strongly in homeschooling freedom. Our primary goal is to honor God, and we seek to provide curriculum that helps parents teach the heart, soul, and mind of their childr... Other
Why did you choose The Giver for Exploring America? The Giver is a beautiful story about the importance of knowing history and the dangers of letting "experts" decide how people should live and when they should die. Some parents are uncomfortable with ... High School