Grade Level:
Elementary/Middle
Overview:
This lesson exposes students to the judicial branch and the power of judicial review. They will read about an actual Supreme Court case, Torcaso v. Watkins, to see how the judicial branch used its power of judicial review to strike down an unconstitutional state law.
Time needed:
45-60 minutes
Materials required:
What is the Judicial Branch? Lesson Plan
National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies, National Council for the Social Studies:
Theme 5: Individuals, Groups, and Institutions