Legal Eagles

In this project, learners build Steps 5 and 6 in Listening, Speaking and Teamwork as they consider: How do laws help to create a fair society?

They explore different legal professions and take one of three criminal cases to trial: cyberbullying, theft or vandalism.

Also in this project

Legal Eagles - Crime Report (Session 4)

Download

Crime report for the 3 case files to be explored in Session 4 of the Legal Eagles project.
Legal Eagles - Evidence Log (Session 6)

Download

Evidence related to the 3 crime cases, to be explored in Session 6 of the Legal Eagles project.
Legal Eagles - Witness Testimonies (Session 7)

Download

Witness Testimonies related to the 3 case files, to be explored in Session 7 of the Legal Eagles project.
Legal Eagles - Judge's Script (Exit Point)

Download

Judge's script for the lead adult in the mock trials, for use in the Exit point in Legal Eagles project.
Legal Eagles - Crib Sheet

Download

A document for the teacher outlining the contents of the Legal Eagles Project.

Type: Project
Essential skills: This resource teaches Listening, Speaking and Teamwork skills
Time required: 10 hours
Skill level: Step 5 to Step 6
Learning outcomes: Learners can independently apply Steps 5 and 6 in Listening, Speaking and Teamwork.
Premium: This resource is available on Skills Builder Programmes.