Voter Rights

Grade Level:

Grades 6-12

Language:

English

Format:

Presentation

Source:

Power of Democracy

INTRODUCTION

Focused on the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments, this lesson examines how voting rights expanded following the ratification of the Constitution. Led by a visiting judge, students learn about the Reconstruction Amendments as well as more modern efforts to extend voting rights to all Americans.

RESOURCES FOR TEACHERS

Prepare your students in advance by introducing them to the subject of this lesson. By preparing them in advance, the judge will have more time to go more deeply into the critical points while also leaving time for questions.