This self paced program in American Civics is for the ninth grade student who needs help on basic skills and who plans to enroll in vocational or business courses. Instructional materials, written at 9th grade level, consist of eight Learning Activity Packages (LAPs) on the following topics: Citizenship and Our Democracy; The Constitution of the United States; Federal, State, and Local Government in Action; Your Educational and Vocational Future; The American Economic System; Spending Your Money Wisely; Accounting for and Protecting Your Income; and Protecting your Environment. Each LAP, containing a statement of purpose and a list of resources, is divided into several broad topic sections containing statements of behavioral objects followed by activities, worksheets, self evaluation tests, and advanced study projects. An introduction to the course advises students of the requirements for successful completion. (Author/JH)