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Criminal justice - law Common Core CCRA.L.5 resources
Just Mercy (nonfiction book) & 13th (documentary film) Bundle
This bundle includes resources for teaching Bryan Stevenson's nonfiction book Just Mercy and Ava DuVernay's documentary film 13th (which features Stevenson in many of its interviews).Includes guided reading/viewing questions, bell-ringer questions, and a supplemental lesson on the 13th, 14th, and 8th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution.
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10th - 12th
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Mock Trial: The Case of SpongeBob SquarePants Versus Seamart
This is a fun mock trial that involves SpongeBob SquarePants and his friends. SpongeBob is given round pants instead of square pants at Seamart. The students need to read/listen to the facts in the case, and determine how to reach a verdict. The script is great for grades 2-5.This lesson will help students learn how to do evaluative thinking when problem solving and thinking like a judge. They will also learn the judicial system and how a courtroom operates by acting out a fun mock trial. Includ
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2nd - 5th
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Forensics True Crime Case Study Student Assignments BUNDLE Forensic Science 9-12
True crime is a creative and exciting way to teach scientific principles in your science classes! If you teach Forensic Science and are looking for some major cases involving forensic science, these are the perfect addition to your class! Murder, death investigations, blood spatter, stomach contents and performing an autopsy are all topics covered in these products!This bundle includes my favorite cases to teach through my year-long course in Forensic Science. All of these cases can be used indi
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9th - 12th
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Just Mercy (nonfiction book)
Written by lawyer Bryan Stevenson, the book is an account of his experiences as a young lawyer working in the Deep South and is a powerful argument not only for criminal justice reform and racial and economic justice, but also for finding the humanity in every person and in ourselves.These resources include guided reading questions for each chapter of the book, including the Introduction, Postscript, and Epilogue. They also include Bell Ringer questions and several culminating writing prompts. T
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10th - 12th
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Also included in: Just Mercy (nonfiction book) & 13th (documentary film) Bundle
Checks & Balances: Legislative, Executive, Judicial Branch Station Activity
In this activity students will rotate between five stations all centered on Constitutional Checks and Balances of the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial Branch. Students will complete the following at the 5 stations :+watch a video clip that recaps checks and balances with a video guide+create a visual simile/metaphor for Checks and Balances with a caption+complete a matching game of what power belongs to which branch+research current news articles and identify what branch they are connected t
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9th - 12th
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The 57 Bus by Dashka Slater Non-fiction Article Supplement
The 57 Bus by Dashka Slater is a non-fiction lesson plan including an article that was written in the newspaper in Oakland California that is as thought provoking as it is puzzling. The lesson provides a dynamic-collaborative discussion. Your students will enjoy the rigor and creativity of this lesson built on best teaching practices.Featured:Article close reading assignment 30 pagesClose reading directionsComprehensions questionsDesk circle activityAnswer keyCheck out my store for more at Teach
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: English Language Arts 8th Grade Curriculum One Semester
Teaching Tolerance Anti Bias Framework Stations Activities
Teaching Tolerance anti-bias framework supports to ensure your students will learn that they are more biased than they think. They take a bias test created by Harvard, watch an unforgettable poetry slam by a student about racism, learn about the "Whiteness Project" grapple with the Trolley Problem, watch a film called "Glory", and discuss "code switching". Students will use critical thinking, reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills while enjoying the rigor and creativity of this lesson
Grades:
8th - 11th
Also included in: Social Emotional Learning Curriculum Lessons Activities
Just Mercy Chapter Questions
I've developed chapter questions for "Just Mercy" to help keep my students current in their reading requirements. A total of 24 pages, and while some chapters have more questions than others, the average number of questions per chapter is 10.I use this in a class called "Writing in the Liberal Arts." I use it with high school students who are taking the class for college credit, so I feel as though it's appropriate for high school and college students.And, for what it's worth, I have a PhD in cu
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Fortunato Missing Person Report (Student)
In the matter of Fortunato, an intriguing case unfolds after an in-depth analysis of Edgar Allan Poe's masterpiece, 'The Cask of Amontillado.' Dive into the shadows of this riveting tale, where mystery, deception, and revenge intertwine. Through careful scrutiny, the truth behind Fortunato's fate will be unveiled, shedding light on the depths of human nature. Stay tuned for a gripping narrative that transcends the pages of literature and enters the realm of investigation.Immerse your students in
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Fortunato Missing Person Report Bundle
Right of an Accused to Confront Witnesses
I practiced law for over 20 years before becoming a tenured high school Homeland Security teacher.This is a set of three example case situations between 1-3 pages per case example Within each example there are different issues for the person accused of crimes in confronting witnesses. The case situations are written in non-formal language that students will understand. I have also included questions on each of the three cases and suggested answers. The Zip file has all documents in Microsof
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10th - 12th
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Double Jeopardy Case Example
I practiced law for over 20 years before becoming a tenured high school Homeland Security teacher.This lesson is best used when students already at least have some idea of what "double jeopardy" is in criminal law. Double jeopardy is a pretty easy concept, you can't be found Not Guilty and then tried again for the same crime, but when something qualifies as double jeopardy can be confusing. And that's what this lesson and related questions focus on.I have also included suggested answers to all
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10th - 12th
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Trauma Lesson to Accompany Any African American Novel Dealing with Trauma
Students will learn about the different types of trauma that including intergenerational trauma, raced-based trauma, post traumatic slave trauma, implicit bias, and different types of stressors relating to trauma.Featured:Graphic organizersTerminologySlides with directions for each roundSummary pageStudents will use critical thinking, reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills while enjoying the rigor and creativity of this lesson built on best teaching practices.If you enjoy this lesson c
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6th - 9th
Age of Criminal Responsibility Student Work Booklet & Activities
Age of Criminal Responsibility in the UK - is it too low compared to the rest of the world8 page pack of classroom-ready activities will enthuse and engage students. Suitable for Middle and High School Students. Could be used for Civics, Health Education, European History, Character Education, Politics or World Studies. What specific expectations are addressed?-To study the purpose of the law -To understand why the age of criminal responsibility is 10 in England, Wales and NI-To evaluate whether
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7th - 12th
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Bad Times at the El Royale/White Bear Film Guide
This is a film guide I use for my Literature, Justice, and Law course. It is for the movie Bad Times at the El Royale and "White Bear" from Black Mirror on Netflix. I pair the two of these together to analyze the role of justice and the meaning of punishment. They are also perfect for spurring conversations about morality and the justice system. My students complete the guide after each viewing day, and then after the film, we do the discussion questions in small groups before having a large gro
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Law & Order Episode WorkSheet
This worksheet is designed for Criminal Justice, Social Studies, or English educators and their students who are fans of the Law & Order franchise. It can be used while watching any Law & Order series, allowing students to note unfamiliar words for later research. This resource is suitable for both in-person and distance learning, promoting active engagement during the show. It has been successfully used in Law and Diplomacy classes. Feel free to try it; it's free! Subtitles are recommen
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Stanford Prison Experiment Film Guide
This is a film guide I use for my Literature, Justice, and Law course. It is for the movie Stanford Prison Experiment. My students complete the guide during viewing and after each viewing day, and then after the film, we do the discussion questions in small groups before having a large group discussion. A great extension to the film is having students read and discuss Common Lit's "Why Good People Do Bad Things" and Zimbardo's TED Talk. #crime #literaturejusticeandlaw #criminal justiceI ❤️ Follo
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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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
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
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K-ESS3-2
, K-ESS3-3
Bear Brook Podcast Vocabulary Quiz
Easy-to-use vocabulary quiz for the entire Bear Brook podcast season. Print and Google Form options are included. Includes the following question types:MatchingUse it in asentenceExplain commonalities between words
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9th - 12th
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John Peter Zenger and Freedom of the Press
This print-ready lesson allows students to analyze the arguments made by Zenger's attorney Andrew Hamilton at his trial for libel. This foundational moment in Colonial American jurisprudence set an important precedent for American civil rights, especially freedom of the press and the ability of citizens to speak truth to power.This freebie represents the document/stimulus-based lessons I'm best known for.
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7th - 12th
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