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12th grade Women's History Month criminal justice - law scripts
Mock Trial: People vs. Woodstock
I searched and searched for a good Mock Trial to use with my govt. students. After not finding what I wanted, I created my own.This document contains everything you need. It includes all witness statements, handouts, info on presenting the different aspects of the trial.The project takes about a week of class time.
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9th - 12th
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Fairytale Court Activity for Law Enforcement, Court Systems or Principles of Law
This packet contains everything teachers will need to conduct a fairytale court "trial" for criminal justice students. This is a two-day activity where students will spend Day 1 planning the trial and then will go through the trial process with a script on Day 2. This is one of my students' favorite activities during the school year and completely student-led once trial has started. Students will play the judge, bailiff, two prosecutors, two defense attorneys, a victim and a defendant as well as
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10th - 12th
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Remembering Anne Frank - Reader's Theater Script
"Remembering Anne Frank" is a poignant and dramatic reader's theater script that brings to life the story of Anne Frank and her family's struggle to hide from the Nazis during the Holocaust. Set in the secret annex in Amsterdam, the tension mounts as the Franks, along with other residents, try to stay hidden while the Nazis search for them. The script highlights the challenges, fears, and bravery of those who suffered during this dark period in history. Ultimately, the script ends with a somber
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7th - 12th
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Yertle The Turtle Mock Trial
Students will read the story 'Yertle the Turtle' and then participate in this mock trial for their Social Studies class. Each student will be provided with a part (can accommodate entire classes as many students will be assigned to the jury) and a script to read from. Practicing parts is recommended for the trial to run smoothly.
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4th - 12th
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Historian's Court: People of England Versus King John (Magna Carta)
This highly entertaining and engaging mock trial will reinforce any lesson on the events leading up to and surrounding the creation of the Magna Carta. Students will create a courtroom and decide how King John will be remembered in history. I have successfully used this lesson with students in 3rd thru 12th grade. Additional activities are suggested.
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3rd - 12th
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Marbury v. Madison Reader’s Theatre and Discussion Guide
Marbury v. Madison Reader’s Theatre and Discussion GuideEngage your students in a dramatic exploration of one of the most pivotal Supreme Court cases in American history with our Marbury v. Madison Reader’s Theatre and Discussion Guide. This resource includes a detailed and compelling script that brings to life the events, key figures, and critical moments leading to the establishment of judicial review.Script Highlights:The origins and significance of the "midnight appointments" by President Jo
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8th - 12th
Reader's Theater Play - Sons of Liberty: Massachusetts Original
Ever wonder what the Sons of Liberty would be like if they were a biker gang (a la the Sons of Anarchy)? I doubt you did, but you'll love this atypical and unique tale of the time in Boston leading up to the Tea Party.
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Reader's Theaters Plays - 9-Pack Bundle, US History 1600-1860
ELEANOR OF AQUITAINE: Laugh and Learn through the Middle Ages
All the core content you want in one (mildly amusing) place! Role-Play the life of Eleanor of Aquitaine in a humorous introduction to medieval life and its impact on the modern world!
PART ONE: ARRANGED MARRIAGE, or, THE HEIR AND THE SPARE explores the days before feminism, when even a woman as rich and powerful as Eleanor must submit to a marriage arranged by her family.
In PART TWO, THE SECOND CRUSADE, Saint Bernard calls for a holy war against unbelievers and Eleanor invents cosplay dur
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8th - 12th
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TWELVE ANGRY MEN -- Reginald Rose (Play)
All stand.And the verdict is -- a winner every time. Twelve Angry Men covers a number of relevant topics: justice, civic duty, courage, certainty and doubt, prejudice and empathy, law and grace to name only a few. Students generate a multitude of theme statements from these topics. All four Strands: Reading, Writing, Oral, and Media are covered, and the eight Role Scenarios spark engagement, provoke critical thinking, and promote creative communication and expression. This rich 92-page resour
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
Play Reading: "Dr. Mary Edwards Walker-A Heroine of Women's History and Health"
Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary! Doctor Mary Edwards Walker was a Civil War era surgeon, suspected spy, prisoner of war, free-thinker, a champion for changing women's clothing and an advocate for women’s rights. A heroine in every sense of the word, Walker is the only woman to be awarded the Medal of Honor. This staged reading of Walker's life in seven scenes requires only four Ss: the Narrator, Mary Edwards Walker, a Bully for multiple roles, and the Reciter to quote historical documents. It covers
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5th - 12th
STRONG FEMALE LEADS! BUNDLE of READERS' THEATER SCRIPTS, read aloud
STRONG FEMALE LEADS! BUNDLE of READERS' THEATER SCRIPTS, read aloud, drama, speech, feminism, independence, indigenous culture, nature, family relationships, Maine, leadership******SAVE 20%!!!!********Please click on each product to see each resource!"There is Still Hope""Emily Selects Her Own Society""Ophelia Finds Her Voice"“Awakening Shadows: A Journey of Dreams and Heritage”BONUS FILE!Weird Fish from my clipart collection, Cabinet of Curiosities
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7th - 12th
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The Trial of the Century Comedy Sketch
The Trial of the Century will finally determine the guilt or innocence of the dog who ate the homework. You will need five teenagers to perform (that is including the dog---we used a stuffed dog and a voicover, since we shot it as a video. You could conciveably use a well-behaved real dog) . The large print is not part of the comedy sketch--it is the host's opening monologue. We performed this script as part of a one-hour a week class where we shot a mini late-night show (find it on The Click, L
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9th - 12th
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Our Lady of Champion - US Marian Apparition - Reader's Theater Skit
Mary appeared to Adele Brise in Wisconsin in 1859. This Reader's Theater skit shares the story of this approved Marian Apparition. In fact, it is the only approved Marian Apparition in the United States! Engage your students in the captivating story of Adele Brise, the appearance of Our Lady of Champion, and a miracle associated with the Shrine!What about Our Lady of Good Help? In 2023, the Vatican granted permission for the Shrine to change the name from Our Lady of Good Help to Our Lady of
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6th - 12th
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Reader's Theater - The Suffrage Movement
In a high school classroom, students immerse themselves in the suffrage movement as they take on the roles of suffragettes, opponents, and curious onlookers, exploring the passion, determination, and sacrifices that led to women winning the right to vote, igniting a spark within themselves to stand up for equality and change.
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8th - 12th
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Guest judge script (mock trial AP Lang./Crucible resource)
This product is meant to be used in conjunction with the mock trial bundle for AP Lang. or American Lit. (English III). It is the judge's script. Other products in the bundle include: - Mock trial manual and court procedures - Prosecution and Defense oral arguments (scripts) with student sample- Written trial brief (written argument)To make the most of your classroom trial, it's enjoyable (and fun!) to invite in a guest judge--a counselor, principal, other teacher, or community member to oversee
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Complete AP Lang/Crucible mock trial unit (argument assessment)
Plays with Strong Females
The Nonsense of Neutrons - 3F, 2M, 45-50 minutesThe year is 1995, and fanfare and hype over the 50th anniversary of World War Two are all around. But Shannon, a college student, is carrying a long-time rage over her family’s distant connection to the war. Her friends encourage her, warily, to stay positive amidst all of the buzz. And gradually . . . the pending campus symposium of aging nuclear physicists proves pivotal to this play’s climax. John Calhoun and a Thief 2F, 1M, 30 minutesKicked
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9th - 12th
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Oral argument script (mock trial prosecution/defense AP Lang/Crucible resource)
These trial scripts can be used for ANY assignment, not just The Crucible! It also works well with Antigone, The Great Gatsby, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, and a number of other works of literature. I have also used it successfully with Serial and other true crime stories.The point is to be able to prosecute or defend a character or person with arguments and evidence.To make the best use of this resource, combine in a bundle with:〆 Mock Trial manual〆 Judge's script and court procedures〆 W
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Complete AP Lang/Crucible mock trial unit (argument assessment)
Reader's Theater - Uprising's 1st Chapters
We love the book Uprising by Margaret Peterson Haddix, but I've found some of my struggling readers find difficulty connecting to the beginning of the story. So I've scaffolded the story introductions of Bella, Yetta, and Jane to be read once Bella is hit by a car and all their stories are melded together, as this 2-day reader's theaters replace the first 137 pages (and 6+ days of reading).Once you buy my reader's theater, please support this amazing tale of immigration, worker's rights, and str
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5th - 12th
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Mock trial manual (AP Lang. Crucible/argument assessment)
This trial manual can be used for ANY assignment, not just The Crucible! It also works well with Antigone, The Great Gatsby, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, and a number of other works of literature. I have also used it successfully with Serial and other true crime stories. The point is to be able to prosecute or defend a character or person with arguments and evidence.To make the best use of this resource, combine in a bundle with:〆 Prosecution and Defense oral arguments (trial scripts)〆 Ju
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Complete AP Lang/Crucible mock trial unit (argument assessment)
Framed for a Day: A Forensic Science Screenplay
Looking for a way to engage your students in a case that feels as real as the desk they're sitting in? This is it! "Framed for a Day" is a screenplay written with the sole purpose of immersing your students into the world of Forensic Science and criminal investigations. This 26-page screen play is a whirlwind of love, murder, and deceit. Your purchase includes two versions of the screenplay-- The first includes a student handout (and directions to answer questions placed strategically throughout
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8th - 12th
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18 Plays for Women's History Month
18 PLAYS FOR WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH is a classroom-ready collection of 18 short plays portraying a wide range of female protagonists from history and folklore in America and around the world. Help your students learn about the courageous women throughout the ages who have changed our world for the better. Each playscript contains full set, stage, costume directions along with useful staging tips.
INCLUDES: Mothers & Daughters of Invention: 4,000 Years of Women in Science • Around the World
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4th - 12th
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ONE WOMAN STRONG: A New One-Act Theatre Piece for Five Female Performers
ONE WOMAN STRONG*A One-Act Theater Piece for Five Female Performers Dramatic/SuspenseOne-Act5 femalesPlaying Time: 55 - 60 minutesA collection of five one-act monologues featuring the works of O'Neil, Gerstenberg & Strindberg in a new context. The collection can be performed as a full-evening's entertainment or the monologues can be performed individually as complete stand alone pieces.The American Alliance for Theater & Education (AATE), reports that performing arts students have a
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Historical Theater: The Great Depression ©
Tired of giving lectures on complex historical topics? Do you have high energy students looking for an outlet? At Mano Koa Enterprises, we have developed an interactive lesson strategy which enables students (especially the high energy ones) to do the teaching for you with Historical Theater: a hands-on bodily kinesthetic activity which expresses complex points of view during an historical time period. Historical Theater activities provides classrooms with an active and engaging way to tackle is
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6th - 12th
Ruth Bader Ginsburg - A SUPREMELY Wonderful Judge!
This reader's theater was written for four students. It ties in Social Studies with Language Arts. It is a short biorgraphy of Ruth Bader Ginsburgl. The students have dressed up for a class as someone famous. Two of the students do not know who Ruth Bader Ginsburg was and two are excited to tell them all about her. I use reader's theater as a way to encourage my reluctant readers to raise their fluency. It motivates everyone! My name is Melanie Whitesides but my store name is Wonbyone. I wrote t
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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