Students read about the glorification of criminals. The lesson includes vocabulary review exercises, comprehension questions, and discussion questions.

Glorifying Criminals

Students read about the controversial use of private prisons in the US. The lesson includes vocabulary review exercises, comprehension questions, and discussion questions.

Private Prisons

Students read about the militarization of police in America. The lesson includes vocabulary review exercises, comprehension questions, and discussion questions.

Militarized Police

Students read about solitary confinement and how US prisons justify this form of punishment. They also discuss whether isolation is torture or a necessary evil in a prison environment. 

Solitary Confinement

In this lesson, advanced learners read about why some police departments are adding body cams to their uniforms. Students also practice agreeing and disagreeing.

Police Body Cameras

Students increase their academic vocabulary and reading skills while gaining knowledge related to crime, criminals, and the justice system.

Behind Bars & Badges