We Are the Jury: Interpreting the Laws

In this lesson plan, teachers will assist students in explaining the role of the court system in interpreting laws. Students focus on interpreting a law being challenged as unconstitutional based on the First Amendment. Students will serve as U.S. Supreme Court justices and will determine whether the law should be allowed to stand or be struck down.
Resource ID#: 199219 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 5
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Interactive Whiteboard, LCD Projector, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 50 Minute(s)
Keywords: Bill of Rights, U.S. Supreme Court, simulation, supreme court, civil rights, civil liberties, judicial review, checks and balances, lesson plan, civics, courts, judicial branch, appeals process, freedom of speech
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Presentation/Slideshow,  Text Resource
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Argumentation
Resource Collection: Civics Original teacher resources - Grades K-5

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