Since its publication in 2019, this important and practical guide to the law has empowered and educated Canadian children and youth and those who serve them. The authors address questions about how rights and laws affect the lives of young people at home, at school, at work, and in their relationships as they draw attention to the many ways in which a person’s life can intersect with the law. This revised and updated edition reflects the progress that has occurred in Indigenous child welfare legislation. Updates also reflect amendments to the Youth Criminal Justice Act and the Divorce Act as well as amendments to a variety of provincial child and family laws.

Ned Lecic is a writer and activist. He has worked as a tutor, copyeditor, and translator and currently resides in Prague, Czech Republic, where he teaches English.

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• Short-listed, <P>Alberta Book Publishing Awards</P>

Written for youth and children, this practical guide to the legal rights of minors aims to be 'a trustworthy source of information' on everything from children’s rights if parents divorce, to what to do if you (a minor) feel treated unfairly at school, work or elsewhere, to what can happen and what to do if you’re arrested. Clearly written, with fascinating sidebar stories, this is an essential book for young citizens.

<EM>Alberta Views</EM>

An invaluable resource not only for parents, counsellors, and educators but also for lawyers, judges, and others who support youth involved in the Canadian legal system. Legislation, conventions, charters, and court cases, along with useful resources, make this book impressive.

<EM>The Lawyer's Daily</EM>

The Law is (Not) for Kids emphasizes, now more than ever, children and youth should become familiar with their rights and develop tools and resources to support these rights. Lecic and Zuker demonstrate that children and youth should be invited to the table and included in conversations about their wellbeing and rights. This book is a key source in preparing young people for this endeavour and encouraging more young people to share their perspectives with adults who understand the importance of youth inclusion and listening.

Canadian Criminal Justice Association

The Law Is (Not) for Kids will serve as an excellent resource in the classroom, particularly for high school students passionate about legal activism and anyone interested in a future in law.

<EM>Canadian Children's Book News</EM>

The Law Is (Not) for Kids deserves a place in any high school library’s circulating collection and its reference shelves.

<EM>CM: Canadian Review of Materials</EM>