Rules, Laws, and Fair Play · Term 1

Laws and Justice: Basic Concepts

Introducing the idea of justice and how laws aim to achieve it.

Key Questions

  1. Evaluate whether a specific law is just or unjust for all citizens.
  2. Explain how laws attempt to create fairness in society.
  3. Predict the consequences of a legal system that is not just.

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9HASS3K03AC9HASS3S05
Year: Year 3
Subject: Civics & Citizenship
Unit: Rules, Laws, and Fair Play
Period: Term 1

Suggested Methodologies

Case Study Analysis

Deep dive into a real-world case with structured analysis

30–50 min

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Think-Pair-Share

Individual reflection, then partner discussion, then class share-out

10–20 min

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