Books About Judges And Lawyers · 41 titles considered

The Best Judges And Lawyers Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about judges and lawyers? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Judges And Lawyers

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Picture Book · Ages 8–11 · 2018

When Ruth Bader Ginsburg Chewed 100 Sticks of Gum

By Mark Weakland, Daniela Volpari (Illustrator) · Leaders Doing Headstands series

Discover how a young girl became a champion for equality and justice.

32 pages
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 57 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2018

I Look Up To... Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Introduce kids to inspiring role models with engaging board books.

22 pages
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 167 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Who Was Ruth Bader Ginsburg?

Discover the legacy of a justice who reshaped gender equality.

112 pages· 7,695 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 1,447 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2016

The First Step

By Susan E. Goodman, E. B. Lewis (Illustrator), E.B. Lewis (Illustrator)

A young girl challenges school segregation, sparking a historic fight for equality.

40 pages· 1,411 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 589 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–10 · 2020

Ruth Objects: The Life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg

By Doreen Rappaport, Eric Velasquez (Illustrator) · Book #11 in the A Big Words Book series

A young girl defies prejudice to become a Supreme Court icon fighting for equality.

48 pages· 2,269 words· Est. 18 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 247 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

No Truth Without Ruth

By Kathleen Krull, Nancy Zhang (Illustrator)

A trailblazer battles gender discrimination to reshape justice and equality.

48 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 438 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2017

Ruth Bader Ginsburg

By Jonah Winter, Stacy Innerst (Illustrator)

A woman defies societal norms to become a Supreme Court Justice.

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (2017)
48 pages
4.4/5 Goodreads · 972 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2018

I am Sonia Sotomayor

Discover how a Bronx girl became a Supreme Court Justice, inspiring kids to dream big.

40 pages· 2,786 words· Est. 22 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 452 ratings
$14.99
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

Turning Pages

By Sonia Sotomayor, Lulu Delacre (Illustrator)

Discover how books shaped a young girl's journey to the Supreme Court.

40 pages· 1,765 words· Est. 14 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 806 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2021

Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Discover Ruth Bader Ginsburg's journey from a determined child to a trailblazing Supreme Court Justice.

32 pages· 553 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 313 ratings
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Judges And Lawyers Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about judges and lawyers for preschool and elementary-age readers.

The United States v. Jackie Robinson

Ages 4–8 · 2018

A soldier defies segregation, facing trial for standing up for justice.

Michelle Obama

Ages 4–7 · 2021

Discover how a young girl from Chicago became a trailblazing advocate and First Lady.

Abe Lincoln's Hat

Ages 5–8

A young lawyer named Abe Lincoln uses his tall hat to keep track of important papers and helps people in need, eventually becoming the president of the United States.

I Dissent

Ages 4–8 · 2016

Discover how one woman's dissent shaped a nation.

Splat the Cat and the Cat in the Moon

Ages 4–8 · 2020

Can Splat solve the mystery of the moon's true nature?

Sandra Day O'Connor

Ages 4–7 · 2003

Discover the journey of the first female Supreme Court Justice.

Ketanji

Ages 4–8 · 2023

A trailblazer defies odds to become the first Black woman Supreme Court Justice.

Kamala Harris

Ages 4–7 · 2021

Discover Kamala Harris's journey from childhood dreams to historic vice presidency.

A Storybook Life

Ages 3–6 · 2007

A fairy tale princess lands in New York City. Can she find her way home?

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Judges And Lawyers Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about judges and lawyers for developing and independent readers.

The Story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Ages 6–9 · 2020

A young girl defies the odds to become a Supreme Court icon.

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Becoming RBG

Ages 10–13 · 2019

A shy girl rises to challenge injustice and reshape the law.

My Little Golden Book About Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Ages 2–6 · 2020

Discover how a young girl became a Supreme Court Justice fighting for equality.

Who Is Sonia Sotomayor?

Ages 8–11 · 2017

A Latina's journey from the Bronx to the Supreme Court, overcoming life's trials with determination.

Notorious RBG

Ages 8–12 · 2015

Discover the legacy of a justice who reshaped equality and inspired millions.

The Fugitive

Ages 8–12 · 2015

A young legal prodigy confronts a fugitive murderer, risking everything for justice.

The Accomplice

Ages 8–12 · 2019

A young legal prodigy races to prove his friend's innocence against a biased system.

The Activist

Ages 8–12 · 2013

A young detective uncovers corruption threatening his town's future.

The Accused

Ages 8–12 · 2012

A young lawyer must clear his name in a robbery case.

The Scandal

Ages 8–12 · 2016

A young legal prodigy uncovers a school cheating scandal, risking his future to seek justice.

Hand in Hand

Ages 8–12 · 2012

Discover the legacies of ten Black men who shaped American history.

Dissenter on the Bench

Ages 12–18 · 2019

Explore landmark cases that shaped human rights through a justice's unwavering fight for equality.

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