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James Madison (1751-1836)
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In this lesson, students will study the life of James Madison. They will learn about why he is called "The Father of the Constitution," his views on the Bill of Rights, his remedy for the problem of factions in a democratic republic, and much more.

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Social Science
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Lesson Plan
Provider:
Bill of Rights Institute
Date Added:
03/22/2024
James Madison, Father of the U.S. Constitution
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In May, 1787 the 55 Delegates to the United States Constitutional Convention set off to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Traveling in the late 18th century wasn't easy, and what would take modern Americans just hours took the Founding Fathers weeks. The Delegates from New Hampshire were particularly unlucky, and wouldn't arrive at the Convention until the middle of July, after it had already been in session for two months!

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History
Social Science
Social Studies
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Reading
Provider:
ConstitutionFacts.com
Date Added:
01/03/2023
James Madison: From Father of the Constitution to President
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Even in its first 30 years of existence, the U.S. Constitution had to prove its durability and flexibility in a variety of disputes. More often than not, James Madison, the "Father of the Constitution," took part in the discussion.

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History
Material Type:
Lesson
Provider:
National Endowment for the Humanities
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EDSITEments
Date Added:
11/06/2019
James Madison - The Writing of the Constitution
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James Madison - The Writing of the Constitution from The Community College of Baltimore County Historical Actor John Douglas Hall portrays President James Madison in a performance recorded at CCBC Essex as part of Constitution Week. Hall, as President James Madison - the "Father of the Constitution, discusses the writing of the constitution and the thought process behind the way it was written.

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Social Science
Social Studies
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Lesson
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09/07/2022
Jefferson and the Declaration of Independence
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Join Thomas Jefferson on July 2, 1776, as he discusses the impending Declaration of Independence, and the promises made by that work. Will his dreams be fulfilled? And what will the legacy be of the document?

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Social Science
Social Studies
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Activity/Lab
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Colonial Williamsburg
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09/13/2022
Jefferson vs. Franklin: Revolutionary Philosophers
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Explore the philosophical contributions that Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson made to the movement for American independence. The lesson introduces students to some of the important precursor documents, such as Franklin's Albany Plan of 1754 and Jefferson's Draft of the Virginia Constitution, that led to the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution.

Subject:
History
Material Type:
Lesson Plan
Provider:
National Endowment for the Humanities
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EDSITEments
Date Added:
11/06/2019
John Marshall, Marbury v. Madison, and Judicial Review
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If James Madison was the "father" of the Constitution," John Marshall was the "father of the Supreme Court""”almost single-handedly clarifying its powers. This new lesson is designed to help students understand Marshall's brilliant strategy in issuing his decision on Marbury v. Madison, the significance of the concept of judicial review, and the language of this watershed case.

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History
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Lesson Plan
Provider:
National Endowment for the Humanities
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EDSITEments
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11/06/2019
Journey to Redemption
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Since 2005, the "Past and Present" podcast from Colonial Williamsburg has taken you behind the scenes to meet interpreters, chefs, tradesmen, musicians, historians, curators, and more. We offer two versions of our podcast: one that's audio-only and one that includes a slideshow. In this episode, the cast and crew of Colonial Williamsburg’s groundbreaking program Journey to Redemption join to talk about how the piece was developed and why it’s so important to be having conversations surrounding racism and the history of slavery in our nation.

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Social Science
Social Studies
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Activity/Lab
Provider:
Colonial Williamsburg
Date Added:
09/13/2022
The Judicial Branch
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Students 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 U.S. Constitution.

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Social Science
Material Type:
Unit of Study
Provider:
ICivics
Date Added:
03/22/2024
The Judicial Branch
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In this one-minute video, students learn about the judicial branch of government. A host explains the structure and function of the judicial branch, and students will analyze the role that the judicial branch plays in the United States government.

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Social Science
Material Type:
Nearpod
Provider:
Nearpod
Date Added:
11/02/2023
Judicial Independence: Essential, Limited, Controversial
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In a constitutional system of government, the role of the judiciary is essential for maintaining the balance of power, protecting individual rights, upholding the rule of law, interpreting the Constitution, and ensuring equal justice for all.
The estimated time for this lesson plan is two class periods.

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Social Science
Social Studies
Material Type:
Lesson Plan
Provider:
Annenberg Foundation
Provider Set:
Annenberg Classroom
Date Added:
08/11/2022
The Judiciary Act of 1789
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The purpose of this lesson is to teach students about the significance of the Judiciary Act of 1789 in establishing a federal judiciary, and the power of judicial review as outlined by the landmark U.S. Supreme Court Case, Marbury v. Madison (1803). By the conclusion of this lesson, students will understand the key provisions of the Judiciary Act of 1789 and the structure of the federal judiciary, as well as the power of judicial review.

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History
Social Science
Material Type:
Lesson Plan
Provider:
ConSource
Date Added:
03/22/2024
Jury Duty
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What is jury duty, and why is it important? In this one-minute video, students learn about jury duty. A host explains what a jury is and how juries are selected, then students consider why jury duty is an important civic duty.

Subject:
Social Science
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Nearpod
Provider:
Nearpod
Date Added:
11/02/2023
Jury Selection: Edmonson v. Leesville Concrete Company
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This documentary tells how a Black construction worker's personal-injury lawsuit against his employer evolved into a landmark jury selection case on the Sixth Amendment right to an impartial jury. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Edmonson v. Leesville Concrete Co. that under the 14th Amendment's equal protection clause, parties in civil cases cannot use race-based peremptory challenges to reject potential jurors.

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Social Science
Social Studies
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Interactive
Provider:
Annenberg Foundation
Provider Set:
Annenberg Classroom
Date Added:
08/11/2022
Jury Selection on Trial
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In this lesson, students learn about the process used for jury selection and how the role and responsibilities of government in civil and criminal jury trials are viewed by the Supreme Court. They also reflect on the democratic values, principles, and dispositions of character working behind the scenes.

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Social Science
Social Studies
Material Type:
Lesson Plan
Provider:
Annenberg Foundation
Provider Set:
Annenberg Classroom
Date Added:
08/11/2022
Jury Service: Our Duty and Privilege as Citizens
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In this lesson, based on the Annenberg Classroom videos âFAQs: Juries,â students learn about the importance, history, and constitutional foundations of jury service. They become familiar with federal and state juror questionnaires and jury summonses. Students also participate in an attitudinal survey about jury service.

Subject:
Social Science
Social Studies
Material Type:
Lesson Plan
Provider:
Annenberg Foundation
Provider Set:
Annenberg Classroom
Date Added:
08/11/2022
Justice for All in the Courtroom
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In this lesson, students analyze the interplay of processes and procedures that courts use to seat an impartial jury and gain appreciation for the essential role of juries in the justice system. They also explore the responsibilities and limits placed on government by the Constitution in the context of civil and criminal trials.

Subject:
Social Science
Social Studies
Material Type:
Lesson Plan
Provider:
Annenberg Foundation
Provider Set:
Annenberg Classroom
Date Added:
08/11/2022