Lesson 31 of 84 · Civics
⭐ 30 XP🏛️ Civic SquareJustice and Fairness in Society
Justice and fairness are important ideas in our society.
🎯 Your mission
Spot the fair part. Spot the unfair part.
⚡ The twist
Laws change. Power changes who gets to change them.
Mind = Blown
🤯 In ancient Athens, 'democracy' only included about 10% of the people.
Then & Now
🏛️ The rule you'll meet today is still on the books — sort of.
Justice and fairness are important ideas in our society. Justice means that everyone should be treated equally and fairly, no matter where they come from or what they look like. Fairness means making sure that everyone has the same opportunities and rights. By learning about justice and fairness, we can work together to create a kinder and more equal community for everyone.
Key Facts
Justice means treating everyone equally.
Fairness ensures everyone has the same opportunities.
Working for justice and fairness helps create a kinder community.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What does justice mean?
Why this still matters
Your school has rules. Where do they come from? Who decides them?
Stretch Challenge
Try this in real life this week.
Make up a fair rule for your family. Pitch it.
For the dinner table
“What's one rule at our house you'd change if you could vote on it?”
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