Grade Level:
Middle/High
Overview:
This lesson uses City of Ladue v. Gilleo as the basis for discussion of First Amendment rights. Students will argue for both sides of the case, and a group of students will serve as the city council; they will questions both sides and ultimately decide whether the ordinance should be upheld or not. The resource person might then lead a discussion on local laws regarding signs, posters, and handbills.
Time needed:
1 class period
Materials required:
Residential Property Signs Lesson Plan
National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies, National Council for the Social Studies:
Theme 6: Power, Authority, and Governance
Theme 10: Civic Ideals and Practices