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iCivics

Do I Have a Right? Bill of Rights Edition

For Teachers 6th - 12th Standards
In an online engaging and animated game, pupils role play as lawyers charged with protecting rights found in amendments to the United States Constitution. As they choose appropriate amendments to match the right that has...
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Smarter Balanced

Intellectual Property

For Teachers 9th - 12th
To prepare for a study of intellectual property rights, (or an assessment) introduce your learners to the legal concepts and key vocabulary associated with the debate. After defining intellectual property, copyright, fair use, and...
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Other

Jewish Law: A Legal Guide to the Prenuptial Agreement

For Students 9th - 10th
This page provides information on the prenuptial agreement as it is used in the Jewish faith. Many of the restrictions have their basis in Jewish law.
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Other

Legal Guide for Immigrants to Maine: Privileges and Obligations

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource explains the rights and responsibilities of immigrants who become U.S. citizens and residents of the state of Maine. Topics include voting, taxes, legal documentation, marriage rights, and driving regulations.
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Other

Legal Guide for Immigrants: Education for Non Citizens

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive, easy-to-understand explanation in English and Spanish of basic education rights of residents of the United States. Though the site caters to immigrants to Maine, most of the information here applies to residents anywhere...
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Other

Plri: Legislative Efforts to Strengthen Marriage [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
This article, written for the Public Law Research Institute, summarizes the changes made in laws by the states to strengthen the institution of marriage.