Inspire your students with no-cost educational resources from The Missouri Bar
Through The Missouri Bar’s commitment to ensure all Missourians have access to ongoing civics education, its Citizenship Education Department offers a variety of free resources to help teachers educate students about government and Missouri law. Below are some of the top teacher resources available at MissouriLawyersHelp.org/Civiced.
Request lawyers and judges present to your class for Constitution Day
This September, The Missouri Bar is connecting lawyers and schools for special Constitution Day presentations. Students will have the unique opportunity to learn about the U.S. Constitution from those whose profession revolves around upholding the principles and rights outlined in the document.
Topics will range from the Bill of Rights, checks and balances, separation of powers, and civil rights issues.
If you are interested in having a local lawyer or judge present to your class in September, complete the sign-up form.
Free American government lesson plans
The Missouri Bar offers more than 50 lesson plans at no cost to teachers. Created by Missouri educators, these lessons are designed to inspire students to think critically and creatively.
The plans — organized into five units — cover the foundations of government, the U.S. Constitution, the branches of government, political participation, and civil rights and liberties.
Lesson plans are available at MissouriLawyersHelp.org/FreeMOLessonPlans.
From coloring books and a legal glossary to institutions dedicated to civic education, The Missouri Bar Citizenship Education Department compiled a list of trusted resources to help teachers create thoughtful, engaging lessons. These materials are used by educators across Missouri to inspire students to learn more about civics.
Click here to view the full list of resources.