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High school The New Year criminal justice - law literature circles
Introduction to Bryan Stevenson's, Just Mercy: Learning Stations/ Lit Circles
These learning stations are created as an introduction to the memoir, Just Mercy. In these six learning stations, students will be presented with components of the text that will front load concepts they’ll need to understand prior to reading so that they can better understand the text. They can also be used in conjunction with literature circles. These learning stations can be done in person, with students physically rotating from station to station, or they can be done digitally and submitted
Grades:
8th - 12th
Also included in: Full Unit: Bryan Stevenson's, Just Mercy
The Story of the Chinese Zodiac Calendar - Reader's Theatre Script
EmperorSomething must be done! I will start a calendar and name each year after a different animal, but how can I choose which order the animals should appear in? I know! I will have all the animals enter a swimming race across a wide river. I will name the years in the order that the animals finish. The first year of our new calendar shall be named after the winner!Included in the Story of the Chinese Zodiac Reader's Theatre Unit:10 page script11 characters + the narrator1 page about the Chines
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4th - 9th, Adult Education
It's a New Year, Charlie Brown Reader's Theatre Script -Rubric & Questions
LinusWho are you mailing a letter to, Charlie Brown? Charlie BrownI have written an invitation to Heather, the little red-haired girl. I was afraid to call her. It’s too late to mail it, so I thought I would take it to her house, but I’m worried. LinusWhy? All you have to do is slip the letter into the mail slot in the front door of her house. Charlie BrownBut what if my hand gets caught in the mail slot and someone opens the door? LinusThat’s ridiculous, Charlie Brown. You worry about the most
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4th - 9th, Adult Education
Bundle Up!: "The Millennial Mystery Series" & "The Tellurians" Discussion Guides
Discussion GuidesThe Millennial Mermaid Mystery, book 1, by popular science writer, Betty J. White, a.k.a Compass Rose, where the main character, Bridget Whitlock, a limnologist, becomes a sleuth to determine who murdered her husband. Science is at the foundation of all of the books in this series.2. The Dog-Eared Millennial Mystery, book 2 of the Millennial Mystery Series, brings two scientists closer together as Bridget Whitlock, limnologist, unlocks the hearts of so many, and Evan Banks becom
Grades:
11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
TWELVE ANGRY MEN -- Reginald Rose (Play)
All stand.And the verdict is -- a winner every time. Twelve Angry Men covers a number of relevant topics: justice, civic duty, courage, certainty and doubt, prejudice and empathy, law and grace to name only a few. Students generate a multitude of theme statements from these topics. All four Strands: Reading, Writing, Oral, and Media are covered, and the eight Role Scenarios spark engagement, provoke critical thinking, and promote creative communication and expression. This rich 92-page resour
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
"Trial" by Patterson - study guide / book club
"Trial" by Richard North Patterson -There is no book study guide on the Internet!!! So, I created this one! (again!)This 6-page study guide includes three parts* prereading = true/false and short answer questions related to characters and themes* during reading = how long will it take you to read?, links to interviews and interview comparisons, and more* postreading = questions to generate group discussion, and suggested "next reads"This is the 31st study guide I have created for my Zoom book cl
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
"Fertile Questions" assignment. To go with documentary (like Seattle is dying)
Is your class interested in the issue of Homelessness and Addiction? Mental Health and Addiction?Watch the film "Seattle is Dying" on youtube and get students to develop five open-ended questions based on Webb's Depth of Knowledge. There are five types of Fertile Questions which lead to right discussions. A description of fertile questions as well as an example are on the sheet. Students create their own and then use them for a literature discussion circle after you've watched the film.Can be us
Grades:
10th - 12th
Landmark Cases of the US : Tinker V. Des Moines
This document consists of a project about an important case in the US History, Tinker V. Des Moines School district, providing a week's worth of lesson plans and work. An essay is also included consisting of an arguement from the Tinkers' side. This is a great project to give students a thorough understanding of the their First Amendment Rights and also the limitation upon it.
Grades:
6th - 12th
Victim's Needs After A Crime
Handout that goes over what Victims actually want/need after a crime. Contains some infographics created by non-profits. Have students read through the list and then go over a case/scenario and look at it through the lens of the Victim. Usually our criminal justice system only considers the offender and the victim is somewhat left out of the profess. Then go through the scenario/case and say "if Jail was taken out of the options, what would you suggest based on these principles."Just a way to ch
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Grades:
10th - 12th
Defending Jacob - Book Club Assignment and Discussion Questions
Hello! This document helps guide a group of students to participate in a book club for the book Defending Jacob. This book involves the psychological concepts of criminal law, the nature vs. nurture debate, the adolescent brain, and psychological disorders. It is student led by having them create their own reading goals and discussion questions. The three parts are 1) Book Club Goals and Discussion Questions, 2) Journaling, 3) After Book Discussion and Writing Prompts. The third part includes qu
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Wooded Areas - New Year's Comprehension Lesson with Answer Guide
"Wooded Areas" is a comprehension lesson inspired by the New Year's fireworks tradition and designed by Jackson Education Support. This lesson is aligned with Common Core ELA-Literacy Standards for grades 6 through 7. In addition, "Wooded Areas" is a fun supplement to homeschool, high school, and adult learning curricula. Participants enjoy an engaging learning experience. Also, facilitators spend minimal time preparing to implement quality reading comprehension activities. PDF file includes: pa
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
Social Inclusion ESL Speaking Skills: Happy New Year All Around the World!
“ESL Speaking Skills: Happy New Year All Around the World!” written by Norma Flores and available on digital download at teacherspayteachers.com,is a 9 page Oral Communication and Pronunciation Lesson that features the poem entitled, “Happy New Year All Around the World,” on page 2.Page 3 contains “Multiple Choice Questions for Discussion.” Page 4 is the [ ʌ ] Low-Central Tense Vowel and [ ɝ ] High-Central Tense Vowel Pronunciation Assessment form with which students may take turns pronouncing
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6th - 9th, Adult Education
New Year Goals Writing Paper
Starting a new year means setting goals and looking forward to new things in the future. This is a great resource to get students writing about their goals for the new year. There are 15 different writing prompts to choose from and they also have a built-in rubric on each writing sheet.
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Grades:
K - 12th
Roe v. Wade Reversal?
Roe v. Wade Reversal? This article talks about the possible reversal and possible repercussions if Roe v. Wade is overturned. It has 7 questions that go along with the article and 9 Political Cartoons that support either Pro-Life or Pro-Choice. Answer key is provided.
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Roe v Wade / Dobbs v Jackson- Readings w/ questions: Abortion
Generic Social Justice Literature Reading Group Packet
I used this packet to teach A Piece of Cake by Cupcake Brown, A Place to Stand by Jimmy Santiago Baca, and The Day Freedom Died by Charles Lane. Students chose the book they were most interested in. They met in groups to discuss what happened in each section of the book, how that section related to the two essential questions in the packet, and to summarize each section they read. At the end, I had the students participate in a socratic seminar around the two essential topics. The students had a
Grades:
7th - 12th
INVISIBLE Judicial Misconduct Exposed
Our experiences are too valuable, not to be Shared! This title discusses judicial misconduct by court officials and ‘obstruction of justice, under color of law'’ and demonstrates how some have been made invisible at the hands of unethical lawyers, the courts and its clerks under a corrupt legal system. Imagine people exacting revenge and using their access and resources to block all resolution. SEE PROOF - https://www.visualcv.com/proofofcorruption/See actual, recent proof of corruption, misco
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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