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Criminal justice - law cultural activities for homeschool
Art Detectives: Mystery of the Stolen Mona Lisa
Follow the clues of the stolen Mona Lisa and see if you can determine who the real culprit was. Students will examine the top suspects in the greatest art theft in history and write about who they think took the painting.This lesson has been carefully researched for historical accuracy. The facts, suspects, and evidence are true and have been simplified so students can learn about a real crime as well as art history. Photos of the real suspects, criminal, and crime scene will bring this historic
Grades:
5th - 12th
Film Guide for Philadelphia (1993) Dir. Jonathan Demme Starring Tom Hanks
This is a 15-page film guide for the study of the film Philadelphia (1993), which was directed by Jonathan Demme and stars Tom Hanks and Denzel Washington.
This powerful and significant film may be viewed in an International Baccalaureate film course, a social studies course, a health class, or an English class. It challenges viewers to reflect upon and discuss important issues involving human rights, social justice, and knowledge/ignorance.
This guide includes the following items:
(1) Intro
Grades:
9th - 12th
13th (2016) Documentary Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"13th" is a documentary film directed by Ava DuVernay, released in 2016. The title refers to the 13th Amendment to the United States Constitution, which abolished slavery but included a clause allowing involuntary servitude as a punishment for crime. The documentary explores the intersection of race, justice, and mass incarceration in the United States."13th" delves into the history of racial inequality in the United States, examining the criminalization of African Americans and the development
Grades:
9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Criminal Justice/Law Movie & Documentary Viewing Guide BUNDLE
Fight for Equality Thurgood Marshall Collaboration Poster Black History Month
⭐️⭐️Thurgood Marshall Collaborative Poster Mural Project, Black History Month - Teamwork - Craft ⭐️⭐️The Thurgood Marshall Collaborative Poster Mural Project is a dynamic and meaningful activity designed to commemorate Black History Month through teamwork and creativity. This engaging craft project consists of 24 individual pieces that, when assembled, form a striking mural celebrating the legacy of Thurgood Marshall, a trailblazing figure in the fight for civil rights. Ideal for classroom
Grades:
4th - 7th
Also included in: Black History Month Craft Collaborative Posters Mural Projects BUNDLE
Documentary Notes: 13th by Ava Duvernay
Hello! I have taught Ethnic Studies classes for the past few years and I find showing the documentary 13th on Netflix to be an amazing addition to a unit focusing on African American studies, or just a way to show the class the reality that we all live in post-slavery. These notes will allow you to make sure that students are following along with the film and it also gives them space to reflect on the ideas presented in the film. This documentary will lead to very rich discussions in the class a
Grades:
8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Ken Burns’ The Central Park Five 2012)Documentary Guide: Summary/Vocab/Questions
"Ken Burns: The Central Park Five" is a documentary film released in 2012 that examines the infamous case of the Central Park jogger assault in 1989, where a young woman was brutally attacked and raped in New York City's Central Park. The film, directed by Ken Burns, tells the story of five African American and Hispanic teenagers who were wrongfully convicted and imprisoned for the crime, only to be exonerated years later.The documentary delves into the background of the case, including the raci
Grades:
9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: 2010-2020s History Movies Viewing Guide BUNDLE
Social Justice TED Talk, "America's forgotten working class" Worksheet /Activity
Looking for a way to make your students' engagement with the powerful TedTalk "America's forgotten working class" even deeper? Our exclusive worksheet is the perfect complement to this must-watch social justice talk.Designed for the classroom, our 2-page worksheet includes ample space for students to take notes and a series of 7 thought-provoking discussion questions to inspire deeper reflection and conversation. These questions are designed to help students better understand the talk and reflec
Grades:
9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Social Justice TED Talk, "Racism has a cost for everyone" Worksheet / Activity
Looking for a way to make your students' engagement with the powerful TedTalk "Racism has a cost for everyone" even deeper? Our exclusive worksheet is the perfect complement to this must-watch social justice talk.Designed for the classroom, our 2-page worksheet includes ample space for students to take notes and a series of 7 thought-provoking discussion questions to inspire deeper reflection and conversation. These questions are designed to help students better understand the talk and reflect o
Grades:
9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Romeo and Juliet Unit
Romeo and Juliet unit covers each act culminating with a heavy-in-research, cross-curricular mock trial. Unit includes great, high-interest lessons with a few lessons thrown in for students who have opted out of the fun stuff. Common core aligned so that you don't have to!
Grades:
9th
13th (2016): Documentary Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions w.KEY
"13th" is a documentary film directed by Ava DuVernay that was released in 2016, not 2006. The film explores the intersection of race, justice, and mass incarceration in the United States, examining how the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which abolished slavery and involuntary servitude, has been used to justify the disproportionate imprisonment of Black Americans. The film received critical acclaim and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.13th (2006) Movie G
Grades:
9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: American Government/Civics/Political Science Movie Guide BUNDLE
Hammurabbi's Code Independent Activity
This independent activity is perfect for any easily distract and/or self-sufficient student to learn about Ancient Babylon & Hammurabi's Code. Color-coded and arranged in order from Do Now to Exit Ticket, the activity puts the work of research and critical thinking in student's hands. Students will familiarize themselves with the time period, place, and subject, then analyze and interpret laws. To close, students will be given an opportunity to evaluate the justice of Hammurabi's Code throug
Grades:
5th - 12th, Adult Education
Social Justice Packet
This activity is a great way for students to learn the importance of their role in social justice. With the instructors assistance, they will not only learn of globally impacting social justices, but also recognize areas in their own community that they can contribute change.
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Grades:
6th - 12th
SOCIAL STUDIES/HISTORY WRITING RESEARCH PROMPT: HALLOWEEN: WITCHES
THIS IS A GOOD TIME TO STUDY WHAT HAPPENED AT THE SALEM WITCH TRIALS. STUDENTS CAN SHARE DIFFERENT POINTS OF VIEW. THIS IS GOOD FOR A MOCK TRIAL CLUB!
Grades:
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Staff
Domestic Violence Infographic
A4 formatted Infographic on Domestic Violence statistics and the Cycle of Violence as described in Lenore Walker's book The Battered Woman. This infographic is designed to help assist classroom teachers giving lessons about domestic violence during Domestic Violence Month.
NOTE: This infographis cites Texas Family Code and the Texas Attorney General's Office
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
George Floyd Biography - Black Lives Matter Nonfiction Text
For more Black Lives Matter classroom material --> View Black Lives Matter Information Reading Unit: Biography + Discussion & ActivitiesFor more Social Justice classroom material --> View Social Justice Nonfiction Reading Ebook & Worksheets - Mega BundleFor more Social Emotional Learning classroom material --> View Social Emotional Learning BUNDLE - Discussion , eBook, 30-day Challenge Packet
Grades:
4th - 12th, Adult Education
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March on Washington - Criminal Justice Periodical and Worksheet with Accomm
"Justice" is a periodical, or publication, that issues criminal justice, civic, and government related articles periodically throughout the school year. For purposes of classroom use, the periodicals provided by Crenshaw Criminal Justice Learning Tools, covers events and information more quickly and concisely than books or magazines and facilitates awesome classroom discussion. The article provided is titled "March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom" with the "I Have A Dream" speech included and
Grades:
6th - 12th
S.O.P.S.: SURVEY OF POLICE SERVICE
S.O.P.S.: Survey Of Police Service Dear Colleagues:Continuous press reports indicate that Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) ought to communicate and behave with infinitely more respect, not dis-respect, toward Black people in the communities served by LEAs. The old adage goes, “When you give respect, you get respect.” Many law enforcement departments show insignias, on their department cars, bearing the maxim, To Serve and Protect. The maxim does not say
Grades:
4th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
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NGSS:
K-ESS3-2
, K-ESS3-3
RACISM Lesson: A to Z Reference Sheet
This reference list serves as an essential conversation point if teachers want to delve deeply into matters of racism and think of ways to counteract racism. Now is more important then ever to have courageous conversations with students around how racism is not simply a belief but matters of structural, environmental, economic, political, environmental oppression on multiple levels. This list will help teachers guide students not only in talking about racism and its facets but also in talking ab
Grades:
9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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SOCIAL STUDIES/CIVICS/GOVERNMENT WRITING PROMPT: THE JURY SYSTEM
Students comment on the jury system, and how other nations have abolished this system. Thanks for visiting!
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Grades:
4th - 6th
Desegregation of Education Before Brown v. The Board of Education
This assignment is to allow students to research and analyze court cases that affected education prior and during Brown v. The Board of Education.
Grades:
6th - 12th, Adult Education
HISTORY/GOVERNMENT: TRIAL BY ORDER/ TRIAL BY COMBAT
This activity requires a commentary on the two ancient trial systems. Student reveals at least one source for information required. Thanks for visiting!
Grades:
5th - 12th, Adult Education
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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Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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