Homeschool curriculum review
Notgrass History
Narrative, literature-based history
Last reviewed January 2025 · Price last checked January 2025
About This Curriculum
A narrative, literature-based history curriculum for middle and high school that reads like a story, not a textbook. Notgrass integrates primary sources, literature, writing, and a Christian worldview into an engaging, easy-to-use program families love.
This review looks at who Notgrass History fits best, who should compare alternatives, what a normal day can look like, parent prep, cost, and similar programs to consider.
Who This Fits Best
Notgrass History is strongest for christian families covering 6th–12th who want room to customize pacing, subjects, and day-to-day flow. It is especially worth considering if your priorities include reads like a story — students actually enjoy it and integrates primary sources and real literature.
Who Should Consider an Alternative
Consider an alternative if history only — must supplement other subjects or lighter on formal academic analysis for some high schoolers. Families who need a very different teaching format, budget level, or faith orientation should compare Notgrass History against the alternatives below before buying.
What a Typical Day Looks Like
A typical day with Notgrass History often includes read-aloud time, discussion, narration or written response, and follow-up work in history, literature, or related subjects. The rhythm is relational and book-heavy, so it works best when a parent can protect consistent reading time.
Parent Prep Required
Notgrass History requires moderate parent prep. Read the next lesson, gather any materials, and decide what to skip, slow down, or supplement based on your child.
At a Glance
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
- ✓Reads like a story — students actually enjoy it
- ✓Integrates primary sources and real literature
- ✓Easy to use — low teacher prep
- ✓Great value for high school history
- ✓Writing assignments built in
Consider Before Buying
- –History only — must supplement other subjects
- –Lighter on formal academic analysis for some high schoolers
- –Christian worldview throughout
Best Alternatives
If Notgrass History is close but not quite right, compare it against curricula with similar tags, worldview, or teaching style.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Notgrass History
How much does Notgrass History cost?+
Notgrass History runs about $100–$200 per year. Per course; literature books sometimes sold separately
What grades does Notgrass History cover?+
Notgrass History covers grades 6th–12th. Always check the publisher's current placement guidance before buying.
Is Notgrass History faith-based or secular?+
Notgrass History is christian. A narrative, literature-based history curriculum for middle and high school that reads like a story, not a textbook. Notgrass integrates primary sources, literature, writing, and a Christian worldview into an engaging, easy-to-use program families love.
Who is Notgrass History best for?+
Notgrass History is strongest for christian families covering 6th–12th who want room to customize pacing, subjects, and day-to-day flow. It is especially worth considering if your priorities include reads like a story — students actually enjoy it and integrates primary sources and real literature.
Who should avoid Notgrass History?+
Consider an alternative if history only — must supplement other subjects or lighter on formal academic analysis for some high schoolers. Families who need a very different teaching format, budget level, or faith orientation should compare Notgrass History against the alternatives below before buying.