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I Civics: West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette (1943)

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This mini-lesson covers the basics of the Supreme Court's decision that it was unconstitutional for a state to force students to salute the flag and recite the Pledge of Allegiance. Students learn how the interests of national unity and the protection of individual rights can sometimes clash. They also explore "Freedom of Religion" as outlined in the First Amendment as well as the Supreme Court's interpretation of that right over time. Register for a free account to download teacher resources.

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freedom of religion, supreme court cases
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1st amendment, first amendment, individual supreme court decisions, pledge of allegiance, supreme court opinions, flag, icivics: west virginia state board of education v. barnette (1943), west virginia v barnette (1943)
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Classroom Considerations
  • Knovation Readability Score: 3 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
  • The intended use for this resource is Instructional
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