Teachers are the

GUARDIANS

of democracy.

We believe teachers are the primary guardians of democracy. Their knowledge, skills and enthusiasm provide students with the tools to understand the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. The ABOTA Foundation provides resources and programs for teachers and students to better understand the Constitution, the judicial system and civic engagement.

UPCOMING EVENTS

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UPCOMING EVENTS 〰️

AT BAT x Rendell Center

Constitution Day Read Alouds

Sept. 16-20, 2024

Celebrate Constitution Day with your class with our Constitution Day Read Aloud Program! Choose one of the 2024 Constitution Day Read Aloud books for a lawyer or judge to read to your class:

  • I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark by Debbie Levy

  • Noodlephant by Jacob Kramer

  • Turning Pages: My Life Story by Sonia Sotomayor

  • We The Kids: The Preamble to the Constitution of the United States by David Catrow

What to Expect:

  • Our team of volunteer lawyers and will join classrooms virtually to read aloud specially selected books that explore themes related to law, justice and civic responsibility.

  • The sessions last 30-45 minutes and are ideal for grades 2-5.

  • Following each reading, students will have the opportunity to participate in lively discussions, sharing their thoughts, questions and insights.

Benefits for students:

  • Explores legal concepts in a fun and educational way

  • Celebrates the Constitution and the Rule of Law.

  • Promotes interest in the law to young people.

  • Develops critical thinking by encouraging students to think critically about the principles of justice and fairness and the rule of law

  • Promotes Literacy by cultivating a love for reading and learning through engaging storytelling.

NEW RESOURCE

NEW RESOURCE

Review and test your students knowledge of the Constitution with our For Which We Stand activities! All activities can be used along with the book, For Which We Stand, or used as supplemental resources.

Visit our TeachersPayTeachers store for more activities and resources. ALL of our items are completely FREE to download!

Make a donation.

The ABOTA Foundation relies on supporters like you to provide free programs and resources for K-12 teachers and students across the nation.

Your donation directly supports ABOTA Foundation Civics Education Programs, including:

  • Teachers Law School

  • James Otis Lectures

  • AT BAT Literacy Program

  • ACE Grants (ABOTA Foundation Award for Civics Excellence)