law

"Readers will learn about both the history of laws and legislatures as well as modern civil and criminal laws"--Amazon.com.

Presents essays on various legal issues in a debate-style to help students develop critical thinking skills.

This engaging title explains the need for and purpose of rules in different settings, including in a classroom, at school, and in a community. Young readers will discover how rules and laws keep people safe and help make sure people are treated fairly. Familiar laws are introduced with an explanation of who makes them and why they are important.

Offers concise overviews of forty-four Supreme Court cases that had a great impact on the lives of Americans.

"Laws are rules made by governments. The purpose of laws is to create a system that treats people fairly and equally. This introduction to legal systems explains how laws relate to the idea of justice and morality. Case studies also tackles difficult questions about civil rights, capital punishment, and prison systems"--Back cover.

Discusses careers in politics and government, with information about pay and job prospects, educational requirements, comments from industry insiders, and more.

Provides an overview of the history of the law industry; discusses employment, wages, trends, key events, leaders, and forces; profiles jobs; and offers tips for professional success.

Learn about the roles of state, local, and federal courts ininterpreting laws, deciding cases, and bringing justice to the American people.Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and sidebars, detailed photographs, informational diagrams, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research,an index, and an introduction to the author.

Reading the 27 amendments built into America's constitution may not seem exciting at first. Look beyond the old-fashioned phrasing and the government terms, however, and you will find remarkable details. You will meet political leaders and representatives struggling to make the wisest choices, American citizens fighting for basic rights, and a country that is constantly adjusting to the changes it faces with every passing year. The story behind each amendment is important to understand-and fascinating to learn.

Text and photographs teach about laws in the United States.