Books About Juvenile Justice System

The Best Juvenile Justice System Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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

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The 57 Bus
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2017

The 57 Bus

By Dashka Slater

A bus ride turns tragic, intertwining two teens' lives in a complex tale of justice and identity.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (2018)Stonewall Book Award – Children's & Young Adult Literature (2018)
320 pages· 47,344 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 45,378 ratings
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Summary: In Oakland, two teens' lives collide on the 57 bus. Sasha, an agender teen, is set on fire by Richard, a fellow student. This reckless act thrusts them into a legal and moral spotlight, challenging perceptions of justice and identity. As the world watches, the lines between victim and perpetrator blur, revealing a deeper, more heartbreaking story. Can understanding emerge from tragedy?
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