courts

"There are many different jobs in the court system. . . . There are opportunities even for people who are not interested in law school. There are behind-the-scenes jobs for detail-oriented people, particularly in information technology. In the courtroom itself, there is always a need for translators and interpreters, and even options for the artistically inclined"--Provided by publisher.

After his fortune cookie is stolen by the school bully, Ben tries to get his fortune back by taking his case to the Kid Court.

When Neil blames Digger for ruining his birthday party, Kim and Miles bring him to Kids Court to prove the dog's innocence.

When bicycles go missing at Fairville Elementary School, it is up to nine-year-old Kim Webster to listen to witnesses and evidence presented by her friends and settle the case in her treehouse court.

Contains reproducible lessons, prompts, and rubrics for simulating a courtroom trial which is based on a classic fairy tale and incorporates real-world roles and procedures.

After his fortune cooken is stolen by the school bully, Ben tries to get his fortune back by taking his case to the Kid Court.

Chronicles the life of Civil Rights activist Miss Mary Hamilton, discussing her childhood, education, involvement with the Freedom Riders, her multiple arrests, and how she fought for respect of all citizens in a case decided before the U.S. Supreme Court. Includes a timeline and further resources.

This book describes the U.S. judicial branch, including its history and how it works.

.A book for high school students about the controversial topic of same-sex marriage.

"The rule of law is a core component of any modern society, and the people who interpret laws--judges--have a difficult job. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the Supreme Court, the highest judicial body in the United States. This title offers a discussion of one of America's . . . institutions, explaining what the court does, how justices are selected, and some of its . . . cases. Guided by accessible text and . . . photographs, readers will explore this . . . branch of the federal government"--Provided by publisher.