Constitutional Rights Foundation: Are Bible Readings Ever Allowed in School? [Pdf]

Article on Harriet Tubman describes her life and heroism as a leader of the Underground Railroad and of the fight against slavery. Includes questions for discussion and group activity.

Resource on the political life of England's Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and how her conservative politics stirred controversy as well as praise. Students can read and analyze excerpts from Thatcher's speeches. Site includes...

Does a ban on vending machines infringe on student rights, or do school officials have an obligation to monitor foods sold on school grounds? Your class members will explore the educational, health, and financial issues related to...

Article and learning activity on Sam Houston. Includes questions for discussion and small group activity.

Article illuminates the history of women in the military and discusses the debate on whether women should be in direct ground combat. Inlcudes questions for discussion and small group activity.

Activity in which students analyze the information on biodiversity and extinction presented in the article and answer questions for discussion, then develop policy to meet modern environmental challenges. Individual and small group work.

Activity on first amendment rights and the protection of religious freedom. Students develop a deep understanding of religious liberty and how it has been interpreted as they examine the contoversies surrounding individual rights versus...

Excellent site offered from the Constitutional Rights Foundation and dedicated to "educating tomorrow's citizens." Many great links and activities are available.

Travel back to 1787 as young scholars investigate the creation of the US Constitution. After first working in small groups to create sets of classroom rules, students go on to read a summary of the Constitution and watch a short video...

Activity for students promoting a critical analysis and relevant discussion on whether torture is ever justified. Students are presented with the literature on U.S. law and international law on torture as well as Bush administration...