united states

"The Supreme Court serves as the final authority on the Constitution's meaning, giving it a crucial role in protecting individual rights. Its decisions can have an immediate effect on people's everyday lives"--Provided by publisher.

"Black people have fought in every war the United States has been in, even when they weren't able to officially serve. Readers will discover the bravery and achievements of Black soldiers and units--including the storied 6888th battalion of tenacious Black women"--Provided by publisher.

"In 2021, Deb Haaland made history as the first Indigenous cabinet secretary. Serving as Secretary of the Interior, Haaland has championed climate and the rights of Native peoples. Discover Haaland's early life, her political career, and more"--.

"United States Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson knew from the very beginning that 'You can do anything. You can be anything.' Driven by those powerful words and her parents' love, Ketanji refused to let naysayers stop her from rising to the top. Her perseverance and her wits led her to become the first Black woman to become a US district judge and eventually the first Black female US Supreme Court justice"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of George Armstong Custer, focusing on his childhood and early military career before his unfortunate fall at the Battle of Little Bighorn.

"This work provides readers with an . . . overview of the United States Congress, from the history of the Senate and the House of Representatives to the rules, procedures, and traditions that govern its operations and lawmaking"--Provided by publisher.

Sandra Day O'Connor tells a number of personal and historical stories from the Supreme Court.

Presents an illustrated look at the life and career of United States Supreme Court Justice, Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

Explores the life of Michelle Howard, a four-star Admiral in the U.S. Navy.

A look at the life and career of United States Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.