All about Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Ruth Bader Ginsburg was an amazing woman who worked hard to make the world a fairer place for everyone. She was born in Brooklyn, New York in 1933. Ruth loved learning and went to school to become a lawyer, even though many people told her girls couldn't be lawyers. She proved them wrong by becoming one of the first female justices on the Supreme Court of the United States.

1. Who was Ruth Bader Ginsburg?
2. Where was Ruth Bader Ginsburg born?
3. What did Ruth Bader Ginsburg fight for?
4. Why is Ruth Bader Ginsburg considered a role model?
5. How did Ruth Bader Ginsburg inspire people?

A Visit to Supreme Court

Hi, I'm Kaitlyn and I'm 8 years old. Today, I want to tell you about my exciting visit to the Supreme Court! I was super excited to visit a place where important decisions are made. I learned that Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a famous judge, worked here and made a big difference for girls like me.

1. I felt so inspired when I saw the statue of Ruth Bader Ginsburg outside the Supreme Court building!
2. We visited the Library of Congress, which Ruth Bader Ginsburg loved. It was amazing to see all the books and learn about history.
3. Inside the Supreme Court, I saw where the judges sit and make decisions that affect our country. It was like being in a real-life courtroom!
4. I even got to wear a special robe and pretend to be a judge for a few minutes. It was so much fun!
5. Before leaving, I bought a book about Ruth Bader Ginsburg to learn more about her incredible life. She's my new hero!

Questions:

1. What was the name of the famous judge I learned about at the Supreme Court?
2. How did visiting the Library of Congress influence my visit to the Supreme Court?
3. What did I get to do inside the Supreme Court building?
4. How did pretending to be a judge make me feel?
5. Why did I buy a book about Ruth Bader Ginsburg before leaving?

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Your Turn...

After learning all about Ruth Bader Ginsburg, your job is to create a timeline of her life. You should add all the important events in her life but you can be inventive and add some interesting things that people might like to read about. You can make it as simply as you like with pen and paper or you can be very inventive and create a 3D diorama or hanging banner. The sky's the limit - go for it!

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