Objective

By the end of this lesson, Jordan will have a comprehensive understanding of child custody court processes, including the factors considered in custody decisions, the role of the court, and how to express thoughts and opinions on the topic using various skills such as reading, spelling, ASL, and critical thinking.

Materials and Prep

• Notebook and pen for notes
• Printed articles or summaries about child custody laws (can be created beforehand)
• ASL dictionary or online resources for signs related to family and court
• Ingredients for a simple recipe (like cookies) for Home Ec activity
• Logic puzzles or critical thinking games (can be created beforehand)

Before the lesson, prepare articles that explain child custody laws in simple terms and gather resources for ASL signs relevant to the topic. Also, choose a simple recipe for the Home Ec activity that Jordan can prepare independently.

Activities

• Reading and Discussion: Jordan will read a short article about child custody laws and discuss the key points. This will help improve reading comprehension and critical thinking skills.
• ASL Practice: Jordan will learn and practice ASL signs related to family, court, and custody. This enhances communication skills and cultural awareness.
• Home Economics Cooking: Jordan will choose a simple recipe and prepare it, discussing how the skills learned in cooking can relate to life skills and independence.
• Logic Puzzles: Jordan will complete a set of logic puzzles related to decision-making, helping to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Talking Points

• "What do you think are the most important factors a court considers when deciding custody?" - This encourages Jordan to think critically about the topic.
• "Can you explain in your own words what joint custody means?" - This helps assess understanding of key terms.
• "How do you think a child's voice is heard in custody cases?" - This promotes empathy and understanding of children's rights.
• "What role do you think a judge plays in custody decisions?" - This helps Jordan understand the judicial process.
• "Why is it important to have laws about child custody?" - This encourages Jordan to think about the societal implications of custody laws.
• "How can learning ASL help in understanding family dynamics?" - This connects language skills with social awareness.
• "What skills do you think are important for a parent to have in a custody situation?" - This helps Jordan relate life skills to real-world scenarios.
• "Can you think of a situation where common sense would help in making a custody decision?" - This fosters practical thinking and application of common sense.