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The People vs. Goldilocks

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"In my fourth grade classroom, I am given the challenge of teaching our judicial system in a meaningful way. This is no small feat! It is especially challenging since I have no resources available to me for this unit.

In order to help my students make sense of the judicial process, and begin to b... " MORE

"In my fourth grade classroom, I am given the challenge of teaching our judicial system in a meaningful way. This is no small feat! It is especially challenging since I have no resources available to me for this unit.

In order to help my students make sense of the judicial process, and begin to build their civic vocabulary, I would like to have my students perform a mock trial. In my classroom, Goldilocks will stand accused of breaking and entering. Teams of student lawyers, press, jury members, etc., will bring the courtroom into the classroom.

To do this my students will need several educational books that explore the judicial system. I am also requesting an easel and time line chart to assist in the legal proceedings.

Your donation will provide us with the materials needed to help foster understanding and respect for the legal system and the rule of law by:

-promoting greater understanding and appreciation for the law, court procedures, and the American judicial system;

-improving basic life skills, such as critical thinking, communication, and advocacy skills

-improving communication and cooperation among community members, including students, teachers, government leaders, law professionals and citizens;

-increasing appreciation for the principle of equal justice for all;

promoting an awareness of current legal issues;

-promoting the exchange of ideas among students from throughout Wisconsin while

-providing a fun, rewarding and memorable experience of interaction.

-fostering teamwork, collaboration, and cooperation among young people of diverse interests and abilities.

Your support can help my students enact a mock trial.

My students need one government photo book set, a time line pocket chart, an easel, easel paper and 3 books, including "A Day in Court" and "The Cupcake Thief".

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Ms. R.'s Classroom: High Poverty School ?
Region:
Illinois (State)
Where is the classroom located? ?

Submitted:
Jan 07, 2009 |
Expires:
Jun 13, 2009
Materials Vendor Price # Total
Goldilocks and the Three Bears Jim Aylesworth, Barbara McClintock, Barbara McClintock (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $15.25 1 $15.25
Cupcake Thief Ellen Jackson, Ellen B. Jackson, Blanche Sims (Illustrator) Barnes and Noble $5.35 1 $5.35
Day in Court with Mrs. Trinh Alice K. Flanagan, Christine Osinski (Photographer) Barnes and Noble $6.25 1 $6.25
TA9 - Newsprint Easel Paper Lakeshore Learning $17.99 1 $17.99
LA949 - Lakeshore Heavy-Duty Hardwood Easel Lakeshore Learning $99.00 1 $99.00
JJ449 - Time Line Pocket Chart Lakeshore Learning $24.95 1 $24.95
FT529 - Our Government Photo Book Set Lakeshore Learning $48.50 1 $48.50
  
Vendor Shipping Charges ? $21.72
State Sales Tax ? $0.00
3rd Party Payment Processing Fee ? $3.26
Postage / Processing for Donor Thank-You Package ? $9.00
Project Cost Excluding Donation to Support DonorsChoose.org $251.27
Optional Donation to Support DonorsChoose.org ? $55.79
Project Cost Including Donation to Support DonorsChoose.org ? $307.06

Additional Details

Level:
Grades 3-5
Affiliation:
SONIC Teacher
Teacher's funded projects:
20
Thank-you punctuality:
100% ?
Subject:
Civics & Government (in History & Civics), Performing Arts (in Music & The Arts)
Resource:
Other (Enrichment)
Students reached:
14
Used by future students?
Yes
Project ID:
242399
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This proposal expired on June 14, 2009.


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