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The Best Law And Legislation Books for Kids

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Looking for excellent children's books about law and legislation? 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.

To Kill a Mockingbird
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Our 10 Favorite Books About Law And Legislation

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 1960

To Kill a Mockingbird

By Harper Lee · Book #1 in the To Kill a Mockingbird series

A lawyer defends an innocent man in a town gripped by prejudice.

323 pages· 99,820 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 7,063,933 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

Kamala Harris

By Nikki Grimes, Laura Freeman (Illustrator)

A young girl's quest for justice leads her to the White House.

40 pages· 2,038 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 941 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

The Case for Loving

By Selina Alko (Author/Illustrator), Sean Qualls (Illustrator)

A couple defies the law to prove love knows no color.

40 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,813 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 13–16 · 2016

Book Three

By John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, Nate Powell (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the March series

A young leader faces escalating threats in a fight for justice and equality.

246 pages· 21,078 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.6/5 Goodreads · 22,020 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 13–16 · 2013

Book One

By John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, Nate Powell (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the March series

A civil rights icon's journey from rural Alabama to Congress unfolds in a graphic novel.

128 pages· 7,231 words· Est. 54 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 58,124 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Sharice's Big Voice

A young woman defies doubters to become a groundbreaking congressperson.

40 pages· 1,683 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 563 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

Fly High, John Glenn

A hero's journey from the skies to space, serving his country with every flight.

48 pages
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 77 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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Chapter Book · Ages 13–16 · 2015

Book Two

By John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, Nate Powell (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the March series

Freedom Riders face brutal tests in the deep South, risking everything for civil rights.

192 pages· 13,002 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 29,568 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2020

She Was the First!

A trailblazer challenges the political landscape, breaking barriers and championing change.

40 pages· 1,571 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 241 ratings
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Law And Legislation Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about law and legislation for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Seven Miles to Freedom

Ages 4–8 · 2008

A slave's daring escape on a Confederate ship to freedom.

Hillary Rodham Clinton

Ages 4–8 · 2016

A girl defies expectations to become a leader in a man's world.

The Amazing Age of John Roy Lynch

Ages 7–10 · 2015

From slavery to Congress, John Roy Lynch's journey reshapes history.

Preaching to the Chickens

Ages 5–8 · 2016

A young boy preaches to chickens, dreaming of leading change.

Elizabeth Warren's Big, Bold Plans

Ages 5–10 · 2020

A determined leader overcomes obstacles to champion equality and inspire future generations.

Noodlephant

Ages 4–8 · 2019

Noodle-loving elephant defies kangaroo law with a pasta-making machine.

A Woman in the House (and Senate)

Ages 8–12 · 2014

Discover the trailblazing women who reshaped U.S. politics from suffrage to modern times.

Elizabeth Warren

Ages 6–9 · 2018

A young girl rises from hardship to become a powerful voice for the voiceless.

When Hillary Rodham Clinton Played Ice Hockey
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When Hillary Rodham Clinton Played Ice Hockey

Ages 6–12 · 2017

Discover young Hillary's journey from childhood dreams to political icon.

A Seat at the Table

Ages 6–9 · 2021

From Baltimore's mayor's daughter to Speaker of the House, witness a groundbreaking political journey.

Because of You, John Lewis

Ages 4–8 · 2022

A young activist meets a civil rights hero, forging an unexpected bond.

The Brothers Kennedy

Ages 4–8 · 2010

Discover the legacy of the Kennedy brothers in this inspiring tale.

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Law And Legislation Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about law and legislation for developing and independent readers.

Who Is Hillary Clinton?

Ages 8–12 · 2016

Rejected by NASA, she changed the world instead. Discover her journey of firsts.

Who Is Kamala Harris?

Ages 8–12 · 2021

A biography of Kamala Harris, the first woman of color to run for vice president for a major political party

Who Was Davy Crockett?

Ages 8–12 · 2013

A biography of Davy Crockett, a famous American frontiersman and politician, from his childhood to his death at the Alamo

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 Scandal

Ages 8–12 · 2016

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

Davy Crockett

Ages 8–12 · 1962

Discover the childhood of a legendary frontiersman.

The Abduction

Ages 9–12 · 2010

A young legal prodigy faces a personal mystery that could change everything.

Days of Infamy

Ages 12–17 · 2022

Explore the dark history of Japanese American internment and its echoes in today's justice system.

Lloro por la tierra

Ages 9–12 · 2021

A family's land is their lifeline against racism and injustice.

Who Is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez?
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Who Is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez?

Ages 8–12 · 2021

A young bartender's unexpected rise to Congress reshapes politics.

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