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The Civic Education Crisis: How We Got Here, What We Must Do is a call to action, an effort to save our republic through better civic education. America faces a crisis in civic education that imperils the long-term health of the country. Too many Americans--especially young people--do not have the knowledge of history and principles necessary to sustain the republic. In what has become a vicious cycle, young people are not learning about their country--its history and how it works--and they grow up disengaged and distrustful. Too many young people do not understand the principles of self-government on which America was founded. And they do not understand America's history as the story of the struggle to live up to those principles of freedom articulated in documents like the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Instead, too many believe that America's story is essentially one of oppression, not freedom--injustice, not hope. In the first half of the book, authors Jeff Sikkenga and David Davenport diagnose the problem while proposing solutions in the second half. Truly, America faces a civics crisis and action is needed now to reverse the trend.

America faces a crisis in civic education that imperils the long-term health of our country. Too many Americans—especially young people—do not have the knowledge of our history and principles necessary to sustain our republic. Recent national test results reveal the sad state of civic education in our schools. The 2022 report of the National Assessment of Educational Progress showed that only 22 percent of eighth graders tested were “proficient” or better in their knowledge of civics, and proficiency in US history dropped to an anemic 13 percent. The Annenberg Policy Center reported in 2019 that only 39 percent of Americans could name the three branches of government, while its 2017 study showed that 37 percent could not name a single right in the First Amendment. How can we “keep” a republic, as Benjamin Franklin put it, if we don’t know what a republic is? At a deeper level, the crisis is not simply about facts and information. If the next generations of Americans do not come to understand that our history and principles are good and that they merit their affection, our experiment in self-government could fail. Action is needed now to reverse the trend.

Thisvolume applies the praxeological and theoretical foundations of the personalist tradition to free-market economic theory. This work defends economic liberty in theologically sensitive terms that reference the personalist tradition, without compromising the disciplinary integrity of either economics or social ethics.

COMPLETION, volume III of WHITE CLOUD JOURNEY, examines the function and meaning of art. Engaging in any creative act that embraces and includes one's entire being COMPLETES the energy that created us. The circle that is completed is the circle of life itself.

"A Legacy of Principles" is an exploration of the enduring impact we leave behind. This book delves into the essence of legacy, moving beyond material possessions to encompass the intangible qualities that truly define our lives. From the biblical wisdom of King David to personal anecdotes, this book offers insights into building a legacy that inspires and uplifts future generations. This book is a combination of a Journal and Workbook. Within these pages, you will: Explore the different facets of legacy, discover the power of principles in shaping your life, Learn from inspiring stories and biblical wisdom, and Gain practical tools to build your own legacy. Whether you seek to create a financial legacy, a legacy of faith, or a legacy of service, this book provides the foundation for your journey. Discover how to cultivate a life of purpose and meaning, leaving a lasting imprint on the world. With practical guidance and thought-provoking questions, "A Legacy of Principles" empowers you to define your legacy and embark on a journey of creating a meaningful impact.

Abby Klubeck emerges as a delightful force of personality in this book, co-authored with her father, 5-time Author, Speaker, Coach and Professor, Jeffrey Klubeck. His latest treatise, #KloobySnacks are a tasty collection of life lessons compiled in originally authored bite-sized sentences of motivation. Paired with his daughter Abby's reflections, the impact and influence of #KloobySnacks are deepened and developed beautifully. Covering such topics as: Love, Ego, Discipline, and Integrity, Jeff and Abby have served up a resource that should satisfy everyone from elementary school to senior level executives in Fortune 500 companies. #KloobySnacks can be used in classrooms, boardrooms, locker rooms, seminars, and group sessions, and everywhere people seek to improve themselves and, thereby, repair or strengthen their most cherished relationships. Whether you read it cover-to-cover or use it is a Book Study, #KloobySnacks is sure to appeal to even the most discriminating palate.