Law & Crime - Kids

Brush up on the Preamble to the Constitution with this patriotic picture book--and have a couple of good laughs while you're at it A long time ago some smart guys wrote the Preamble to the Constitution. You have probably read it before, but do...

Teen Law is a general legal guide for teenagers everywhere. It is written in friendly, novel-like style to beckon young readers. The book covers the laws relating to auto accidents, sex, alcohol, drugs, contracts, school activities, traffic tickets and hearings, military service, curfew, insurance...

Within the world of crime, robots are on the rise! From policing the streets to tracking down criminals, robots are making it possible for us to enforce the law like never before. In this exciting high-tech series, readers will discover how robots are revolutionizing...

Author: Charis MatherISBN-10: 8889968613ISBN-13: 9798889968610Publisher: Decodables by Jump!Language: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2024Pages: 16Format: Hardcover

Author: Charis MatherISBN-10: 8889968621ISBN-13: 9798889968627Publisher: Decodables by Jump!Language: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2024Pages: 16Format: Paperback

This book in the Urban Legends: Don't Read Alone series explores the creepy history of the Mary Celeste legend. Are you brave enough to read it alone? Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level...

SWAT teams are special groups of police officers called in to handle difficult situations. If there's a hostage crisis or a riot, a SWAT team is usually on the scene. The heroic people who've chosen a career as part of a SWAT team had...

This title explores the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), its history, and its role in today's fast-moving world of law enforcement. Readers will learn how this federal agency, as the main investigative force of the United States government, makes sure that laws are obeyed...

This title examines Ted Kaczynski and his 17-year bombing campaign, covering the FBI's enormous effort to identify him, his notorious manifesto, and how his own family eventually helped bring him to justice. Features include a glossary, a timeline, references, websites, source notes, and an...

Americans often have questions about what the president can and can't do. Many of these questions are answered in Article II of the U.S. Constitution. From declaring war to appointing ambassadors and Supreme Court justices, the powers of the presidency are explained in this...

The U.S. Constitution is an essential part of governing the country. Its articles outline rules, laws, and procedures for our government. With this essential book, readers will learn about the intricacies of Article I and the inner workings of Congress. Through easy-to-understand language, vivid...

America is a complex tapestry of laws, from the local ones passed by your city council to national laws made by Congress. Sometimes Congress passes a law to build a program, such as the Affordable Care Act, and then hands some or all of...

Provides a thorough overview of the major pros and cons of legalizing marijuana. Readable text, interesting sidebars, and illuminating infographics invite readers to jump in and join the debate.Author: Marne VenturaISBN-10: 1635175224ISBN-13: 9781635175226Publisher: Focus ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2018Pages: 48Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.35lbsSize: 9.10h x 7.00w...

How are laws made? How many different types of courts are there? What kinds of punishments are issued for certain crimes? These questions and more are answered in this enlightening text, in which readers are introduced to the many facets of the United States...

The Constitution of the United States lists many rights for citizens. A fair trial by jury is one of those rights. A jury is made up of people from the place where the crime happened. These jurors are picked from a pool of citizens....

This volume explores whether cyberbullying is a serious problem. It also covers how cyberbullying should be punished. Finally, this volume discusses how cyberbullying can be prevented. Across three chapters readers will be navigated through opposing viewpoints on each topic, so that they can benefit...

Two kids learn about the Supreme Court with the help of key figures from US history.Ada and Bea are on a tour of Washington, DC, learning all about the US Supreme Court, from its founding in 1789 to today. Along the way, they hear...

When someone you love goes to jail, you might feel lost, scared, and even mad. This colorfully illustrated book lets children know that they are not alone in this situation. It offers age appropriate explanations to help with difficult conversations. Told from the experience...

Contracts are a part of life. Little kids deal with give & take, trades, and terms & conditions from the time they can talk. There are plenty of books on negotiation, and kids truly seem to be the best negotiators around, based purely on...

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