IntroductionWhat is law?Why do we need laws?How does the law work?Right and wrongIt isn't black and whiteChapter 1: Criminal LawAn unlucky accident, or a serious crime? Follow a story to see what happens, and who gets involved, from a person's arrest to trial and beyond.Chapter 2: Civil lawMost law isn't about crime and punishment - it's about settling arguments, and making sure people behave fairly to each other. This is 'civil' law.Chapter 3: How is law made?Laws used to be made by leaders with limitless powers. Today, most laws are made by elected politicians, who have to follow all sorts of rules.Chapter 4: Law across bordersAre there laws that the whole world has to obey? How are those made - and how are they enforced?Chapter 5: Human rightsSome of the most important laws, or rights, are meant to ensure that all people can live safe, healthy lives with equal opportunities. But does this actually happen?Chapter 6: JusticeJustice means fairness. It's what law is all about, isn't it? But are laws themselves fair? And what about the system that enforces the law - is that fair?Chapter 7: Big questionsOften in law, there are questions that don't have simple answers. Read some of the arguments and see if you can make up your own mind.Chapter 8: What next?What about YOU? Could you be a lawyers, or a lawmaker, or a law enforcer?GlossaryIndexAcknowledgements