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Petitt, Elizabeth; Ochoa, Anna S. – Social Studies, 1991
Identifies writing projects, children's literature, role-playing activities, and community resources that teachers can use in instructing young children about the Bill of Rights. Reminds teachers not to be overzealous in presenting the subject. Suggests that guest speakers and field trips are likely to have a greater impact upon students than most…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Citizenship Education, Community Resources, Constitutional Law

Smagorinsky, Peter – Social Studies, 1994
Discusses how jury duty for a murder trial led to the development of a simulation in which students serve as jurors for a murder trial. Provides role descriptions, testimony, and instructions for using the simulation. Outlines suggestions for student writing assignments and adapting the simulation for different regions. (CFR)
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Class Activities, Court Role, Courts