The Rule of Law in Mesopotamia

In this lesson, students will learn some information about the political structure of Mesopotamian civilizations.  Students will be introduced to Hammurabi and Hammurabi's Code.  Then, students will complete a group activity focusing on excerpts of Hammurabi's Code, then applying them to U.S. laws and principles independently.
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Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 6
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, Interactive Whiteboard, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)
Keywords: Hammurabi, Babylon, Mesopotamia, Hammurabi's Code, Constitution, rule of law
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Presentation/Slideshow,  Text Resource
Instructional Design Framework(s): Argumentation, Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: Summer 2023 Integrated Civics and Social Studies

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