Parent Guide > American Justice in the Supreme Court
Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.
This week in class, we’re reading "American Justice in the Supreme Court" by Jessica McBirney.
This informational text is an introduction to the United States Supreme Court -- who is on it, how cases are brought to the Supreme Court, and why it matters.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of America and Justice, Freedom & Equality as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"What is fair?" and "What makes America unique?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "American Justice in the Supreme Court" about?
- What did you learn about America?
- What did you learn about Justice, Freedom & Equality?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: