5th-8th Grade Electives

CASE LAW is the use of court decisions to determine how laws should apply in a given situation, using the detailed facts of a legal case that have been resolved by courts or similar tribunals. This...

MOSAIC LAW, rooted in the ancient legal codes of the Hebrews as documented in the Torah, provides foundational ethical principles that have influenced the development of Western legal systems. While...

Local and federal law enforcement agencies play crucial roles in maintaining public safety and order within communities. They collaborate to investigate and combat crime, addressing both local issues...

Laws and rules provide a framework for society, ensuring order and predictability, which allows individuals to coexist peacefully. They protect individual rights and liberties, promoting justice and...

The JUDICIAL BRANCH is in charge of deciding the meaning of laws, how to apply them to real situations, and whether a law breaks the rules of the Constitution. The Constitution is the highest law of...

The CODE OF HAMMURABI, one of the earliest known legal documents, dates back to around 1754 BCE in ancient Mesopotamia and provides insight into the values and social structure of Babylonian society...

Understanding the history of American law enforcement is crucial for recognizing the evolution of policing practices and their impact on communities. It provides insight into the social, political,...

This Crenshaw Criminal Justice Learning Tools Lesson Bundle identifies fundamental liberties protected by the BILL OF RIGHTS. Included is: 1) PowerPoint Lesson: Bill of Rights Exp

Crime scene investigation involves meticulously collecting and analyzing physical evidence from a location where a crime has occurred, ensuring all information is documented and preserved for legal...

Immerse your children in the famous story of Jonah using our Jonah and the Big Fish Activity Book. Tailored specifically for educators, this resource offers ready-to-use lessons designed to teach the...

Easy way to track at home (or in school) activity!  These logs are ready to print and fill in, or you can edit to personalize them.  When printing, select "scale to fit" for best product.    2...

Outdoor activities to keep students playing during recess or during breaks from the classroom. These can also be included in planning for physical education classes.  Some activities can also be...