Court Is in Session

The U.S. Constitution describes how the U.S. federal
judicial system is organized and how the different courts function. There are
several levels of courts in the United States, including local, state, and
federal court systems. Each of these systems has had a profound effect on the
lives of American citizens since they were established. The volumes in this
comprehensive set teach readers everything they need to know about our judicial
system. Readers will learn about the long and fascinating history of our court
system, key figures, and important cases, as well as a discussion of our modern
understanding of this essential governmental system.

• Follows the C3
Framework for Social Studies State Standards of the National Council for the
Social Studies

• Presents essential civics issues in a way readers can
understand and apply to their own lives

• Offers glimpses into the lives of
key figures in the history of the U.S. judicial system