Learn About Supreme Court Cases That Changed America

The Bill of Rights Institute offers free educational resources to help students understand how the Supreme Court works and learn about important cases that changed American history. Their collection includes 60 detailed lessons, summaries of major court decisions, and yearly round-ups of current cases. Students can explore landmark cases through primary sources like the Constitution, court documents, and oral arguments. Each lesson includes a 'The Issue Endures' section showing how old cases still matter today. Topics cover religious freedom, equality, healthcare, property rights, federalism, and same-sex marriage. Teachers can use these materials to help students develop critical thinking skills and understand how court decisions affect their rights as citizens. The resources include document-based questions that guide students to analyze the Court's role in American society. Annual round-ups from 2011-2020 keep the content current with recent cases. All materials are designed for classroom use and help students connect historical court cases to modern constitutional issues.