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Website
Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: Democracy in America: The Courts: Our Rule of Law

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This unit provides a comprehensive look into the value of the U.S. court system as a means to maintain the safety of American citizens. Offers video, readings, web resources, and activities.
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Lesson Plan
iCivics

I Civics: The Judicial Branch

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Young scholars will learn about the federal and state courts and what they do. They will explore the courts' role in fairly settling disputes and administering justice, and the unique role of the U.S. Supreme Court in interpreting the...
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Handout
Other

Model Supreme Court Courtroom Protocol and Procedures

For Students 9th - 10th
Sample courtroom protocol and procedures from the YMCA Youth & Government website.
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Activity
Read Works

Read Works: American Government Take It to the Courts

For Teachers 4th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This informational passage discusses the judicial branch of the government. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces essential reading skills and strategies and establishes...
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Website
Other

Streetlaw: Introduction to Law and the Legal System

For Students 9th - 10th
This website, a unit introducing the law and legal system, is organized into six chapters where you can learn about laws, lawmaking, citizen advocacy, dispute settlements, the court system, and lawyers.
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Lesson Plan
iCivics

I Civics: Judges: Playing Fair

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This mini-instructional activity examines the role of fair and impartial courts in American life. Students learn a basic overview of the judiciary branch, including how judges are appointed and held accountable by citizens.
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Interactive
New York Times

New York Times: Crossword Puzzle: The American Judicial System

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The New York Times Learning Network has an interactive & printable crossword puzzle on The American Judicial System.
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Handout
Cornell University

Cornell University: Law School: Federal Courts

For Students 9th - 10th
This page gives a brief overview of the U.S. federal court system.
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Article
Siteseen

Siteseen: Government and Constitution: Judiciary Branch

For Students 9th - 10th
Article covers the Judiciary Branch of Government, the branch that interprets the law, and its connection to the US Constitution.