The following lesson plans for the high school level were created by certified Michigan teachers in 2001 to assist educators in teaching students about the history, role, and organization of the Michigan Supreme Court. These lessons include materials for about 10 days of work depending on the strength of the schedule. To receive these materials in hard copy, contact Lynn Seaks at 517-373-7589 or email lynnseaks@micourthistory.com.
Click on any of the lessons listed below to see the material for that day. To download the Verdict of History lesson plans including legal brief writing lesson & mini-moot court activity, visit this page.
Lesson 1: Introduction to the History of the Michigan Supreme Court
Lesson 2: History of the Michigan Supreme Court
Lesson 5: Procedures of the Court
Lesson 6: An Issue of Referendum
Lesson 7: How Michigan Law Affects You
Lesson 8: Civil Rights and the Michigan Supreme Court (I)
Lesson 9: The Second Amendment and the right to Bear Arms
Lesson 10: Civil Rights and the Michigan Supreme Court (II)
