ABA Division for Public Education

For more information on State and Local Bar Associations

Consumer Legal Guides
The Division for Public Education publishes books on a variety of topics ranging from consumer law to constitutional topics.

Insights on Law & Society Magazine
This subscription-based magazine keeps you informed about the law and legal issues, and helps you share that knowledge with young people. Every issue contains articles, essays, debates, lesson plans, activities, and resources.

LawMatters E-Newsletter
LawMatters serves as the online news source for the law-related education community, including educators, lawyers, judges, youth courts, juvenile justice professionals and law enforcement officers. The newsletter offers updates on national events, new publications, politics and government, and resources for those who work with youth.

Youth Cases for Youth Courts: A Guide to the Typical Offenses Handled by Youth Courts
Information about the factors all youth courts should take into account when considering whether to accept or reject a case referral. (free download)

ABA Dialogue Series (free downloads)
Designed to help facilitate stimulating conversations about law and its role in society. Topics include youth and justice, separation of powers, the American jury, Brown v. Board of Education, and the original Dialogue on Freedom. Each Dialogue offers background information, discussion questions, and advice on organizing and leading a Dialogue.

Conversations on Law & Liberty in Times of Crisis
Designed to encourage public discussion of the complex legal and civic issues facing our nation in the wake of September 11. By considering the role of law and legal issues in our society, Americans can gain perspective on how we might respond to changing conditions and circumstances, appreciate the significance of our liberties, and engage in civil discourse about our nation's future.

Conversations on the Constitution
Encourages civil discussion and debate about the meaning of some of the Constitution's concepts and clauses that have been the subject of ongoing constitutional debates.

Law Day (free downloads)
Celebrated on May 1 every year since President Eisenhower proclaimed the first Law Day a "day of national dedication to the principle of government under law," the ABA promotes the annual theme and develops resources and promotional materials through its free, downloadable planning guide. Visit the Law Day Store for product ideas when planning programs.

Mock Trials
Mock trials offer the opportunity to involve law professionals as judges and coaches, and a lively, fun adventure for kids and adults. Mock trials give you everything you need to put on a successful mock trial—information on types of mock trials, tips on preparing and conducting the trial, simplified steps and rules in a trial, and even guidelines on mock trial competitions.

Youth for Justice
Learn about this national law-related education (LRE) consortium, its national partners, and shared resources. You will also learn who serves the state LRE coordinator in your area.

Free for Download all TAB titles!

TAB 1: Bar Associations Share Their Tips for Working with the Schools
TAB 7: Juvenile Correction Education: A Review of Current Literature
TAB 16: Vicarious Violence on the Screen: A Challenge to Educators and Families
TAB 17: Youth Court: A National Movement Order this title
TAB 18: Youth Summits: Engaging Young People in Violence Prevention Order this title
TAB 19: The Promise of Law-Related Education as Delinquency Prevention Order this title
TAB 21: Police Officers and Law-Related Education: Building a Winning Strategy for Youth Education Programs Order this title
TAB 25: Making Youth Court as Effective as Possible Order this title
TAB 26: Youth Court Training for Results Order this title
TAB 27: Evaluating Youth Court Training
TAB 28: Sentencing Alternatives for Youth Courts: The Restorative Justice Approach

Putting on Mock Trials
Newly revised and expanded booklet provides information about mock trials, including their value as...Read More

Teaching Resource Bulletins / Guides
Curricular resources for kindergarten through college.

Sure-Fire Presentations I and II
This series offers a variety of one-session, easy-to-use classroom strategies for teaching elementary and secondary students about the law. Each booklet explores a different aspect of the cooperation of educators and community members (who may include judges and law enforcement officials, as well as lawyers).

Youth Court Training Package
Youth courts encourage young people to develop rules that guide their behavior and to understand...Read More

More Links