Curriculum Guide, Law Program, Junior High Middle School (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Boston Public Schools

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0656354720 ISBN 13: 9780656354726

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover how law shapes everyday life and how young readers can engage with it .

This nonfiction guide introduces law as a living system that affects students, communities, and the nation. It combines clear explanations with practical classroom activities to make legal ideas relevant and approachable for junior high readers.

This edition presents a structured sequence of topics, from what law is and where it comes from to how courts work and how rights are protected. It emphasizes active learning through mock trials, role-playing, and discussion, helping students connect legal concepts to real-life situations. The material also highlights civic responsibility and the role of citizens in a democratic society.

• Definitions and fundamentals of law, its sources, and why societies need rules.
• Foundations of the U.S. Constitution, civil rights, and the balance of powers.
• Everyday law topics such as contracts, youth rights, school law, and consumer protection.
• Hands-on activities like mock trials, debates, and classroom projects to practice reasoning and lawful problem-solving.

Ideal for teachers building law-focused courses or units, and for students eager to understand how rules shape life and governance.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0656354720
• ISBN 13: 9780656354726
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 86