Juliana v. United States
Making the Case for Science-based Climate Action is a first-of-its-kind free curriculum centered around Juliana v U.S., the landmark youth-led, scientist-backed, constitutional climate lawsuit currently working its way through the federal courts.
In this unit, students participate in a five-day research-based role play that introduces the landmark constitutional climate lawsuit Juliana v. U.S. Students discuss their fundamental rights to life, liberty, and property in the face of the climate crisis, and the role of U.S courts and youth in addressing this issue. Throughout the role play, students explore the critical elements of an opening statement drafted by participating in a multi- step, jigsaw activity.
CURRICULUM
This curriculum can be taught in a five-day sequence or, alternatively, utilized as stand- alone activities and lessons to fit any classroom schedule. To download this free curriculum, please complete the form on the right.