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Lessons

Teachers with students with ESL needs, include details in your request, as many of our judges are multilingual. 

More lessons will be added to this page in the coming weeks. The lessons below are suggested for Constitution Month:

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No Animals Allowed

This lesson is the most frequently-requested lesson for elementary school classrooms!

Grades: 

3-7

No Vehicles Allowed

Learn about legislative intent, the role of a judge, and the three branches of government.

Grades: 

5-12

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I Am a Judge

Students will learn about the responsibilities of judges, and the importance of fairness and impartiality. In addition, they'll learn about the judicial branch, their third and equal branch, and have the opportunity to ask questions about careers in law and the courts.

Grades: 

5-12

cutout of man wearing white gloves holding an original copy of the Constitution

A Lesson on the Constitution

Teachers—bring the Constitution to life in your classroom!
Explore how this foundational document shapes our democracy, protects our rights, and connects to students’ daily lives.

Grades: 

8-12

A judge holding conversation with students.

Talk with a Judge: a Conversation about the Constitution

With a one-hour visit, a judge will come to your classroom to discuss a topic related to the Constitution, teacher's choice!

Grades: 

9-12

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