ACLU's Know Your Rights University!
Civil rights and freedoms lessons, taught early for kids
Know Your Rights University (KYR-U) is an animated series that teaches kids lessons about civics, constitutional rights, and free expression! KYR-U makes learning fun, and comes at a time when being able to fully engage in our communities couldn’t be more critical.
Roll Call: Ice Breakers
KYR-U was developed to make learning about our rights and freedoms fun, empowering, and accessible for children and families. At a time when our rights and freedoms are increasingly under attack, civic participation and public understanding has never been more important.
Perfect for classrooms and sharing with friends and family, each episode delivers a powerful boost of insight, helping kids and adults alike stay informed, engaged, and ready to show up for what’s right.
Episode 1: The First Amendment
Peace, Hats, and Understanding
We’re introduced to our main characters, Lisa and Aaron, as they learn about the landmark student speech case Tinker v. Des Moines and the freedom of expression allowed in school.
Are you a teacher? Click here to download the Episode 1 Study Guide!
Episode 2: The Impacts of Censorship
James and the Giant Ban
Lisa and Aaron learn about book bans and the impacts of censorship on free speech, including Aaron’s favorite book James and the Giant Peach.
Are you a teacher? Click here to download the Episode 2 Study Guide!
Episode 3: How A Bill Becomes A Law
The Three Branch Weave
Lisa and Aaron learn about the three branches of government and how they work together to make a law.
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Episode 4: Civic Activism and Protest
We The People
Lisa and Aaron learn about the power of their community and that there are people who fight for their liberties in the streets and in the courtroom.
Are you a teacher? Click here to download the Episode 4 Study Guide!