For Teachers
Oni v Meek
In the second half of the 19th century, major decisions of the courts shaped and responded to the rapid changes in society. Oni v Meek is one example of how the new laws created by the Kingdom's Legislature supported private property ownership over the old system of shared land use rights.
Read more...Bacon's Rebellion
The Judiciary History Center developed this lesson to aid teachers in meeting Social Studies standards for grade 5. Bacon's Rebellion in the Virginia Colony in 1676 is one the most intriguing events in colonial America.
Read more...Hungry as a Horse
The Judiciary History Center has prepared this teacher's guide and mock trial for use in the classroom or in our Restored 1913 Courtroom during your class visit. The lesson is designed for grades 2-3 and focuses on the values of public safety and responsibility.
Read more...Furious Riding
The Judiciary History Center has prepared this teacher's guide and mock trial for use in the classroom as well as our Restored 1913 Courtroom during class visits. The lesson is designed for grades 2-3 and focuses on the values of public safety, courtesy/respect, and honesty.
Read more...Judges in the Classroom
Judges in the Classroom is a law-related education curriculum for judges produced by the Judiciary History Center. The curriculum offers judges either a three lesson unit that requires three consecutive classroom visits, or, one of several non-related lessons requiring just one visit. If you would like to request a judge speaker, please click here.
Who's Who in the Courtroom
This guide was prepared by the Judiciary History Century to offer a brief explanation of the various duties of those involved in courtroom proceedings.
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