Teaching About The Trial of Derek Chauvin

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Lesson
Video

These two resources are specifically focused on the trial and its outcomes.

  1. Developed by PBS Learning Media, The Trial of Derek Chauvin lesson provides a video clip and guides learners through a structured discussion of key arguments presented during the trial. 

     
  2. From PBS NewsHour Extra and developed by Ricky House, a U.S. history educator at an independent school in Washington, D.C., this lesson plan examines How the Derek Chauvin trial highlights the trauma of police brutality.
Topic
  • Racial Justice
  • Civic Education
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
Setting
  • After School and Beyond
  • Congregational Learning
  • Day Schools and Yeshivas
  • Teen Engagement
  • Family Engagement

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George Floyd Mural in Minneapolis, photo by Lorie Shaull, Creative Commons image
Collection

A collection of resources to support educators in exploring the Derek Chauvin trial and its verdict.

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Floyd Memorial with Young Boy

Two pieces from New York Times on speaking to and teaching children about the Derek Chauvin verdict.

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The People's Verdict

Video clips and images from selected media outlets to explore reactions to the Derek Chauvin trial.

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