I recommend for your consideration Bill Bennett's latest book, The American Partriot's Almanac.  An almanac is, by definition, an assemblage of facts, figures, and information.  But Bennett's tome, co-written with John Cribb, goes much further with an array of stories and insight about American history that make the facts, figures and information come alive.  Bennett sees the good in America and helps us appreciate not only why America is the greatest nation on Earth, but how it got to that point.  Whether you are a serious devotee of history or a casual observer, The American Patriot's Almanac is a perfect book for your family.   If you homeschool, start every day with a review of the important events of that day in America's history.  America isn't a perfect place but Bennett's book helps you understand why America still is the last great hope on Earth.