Empower middle and high school students with this Know Your Rights Immigration Law Civics Lesson & Activity. This ready-to-use, teacher-friendly resource makes constitutional rights, civic awareness, and advocacy accessible and engaging.
 
The editable Google Slides presentation, advocacy activity, and resource sheets blend accurate legal information with student-centered activities that inspire confidence, leadership, and civic responsibility.
 
What’s included:
Google Slides presentation with presenter notes + customizable template slide
Student worksheet guiding students in an interactive, art-based advocacy activity
Two resource sheets: community resources and a summary of rights and other key information
Clear structure adaptable for social studies, civics, government, advisory, or counseling sessions
Lesson that can be completed in as little as 45 minutes for a shorter class session or extended as long as two 60-minute blocks to allow for deeper discussion, reflection, and artmaking ti
 
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
Understand their constitutional rights when interacting with ICE or police
Identify what ICE is and how to recognize them
Explore and share community resources for immigrants
Build civic awareness and advocacy skills
Develop the confidence to share information and lead conversations about legal rights
 
Unlike generic civics materials, this lesson is created by a law student and licensed clinical social worker, ensuring content that is:
Legally accurate
Developmentally appropriate for teens
Trauma-informed and empowering
Centered on student advocacy and leadership
 
It is perfect for:
Middle school and high school social studies, civics, or government classes
Advisory periods or counseling groups focused on empowerment, community, and real-world education
Teachers, counselors, and advisors who want a ready-to-teach, interactive resource that addresses real-world issues