Supreme Court Justices Pen Children's Books

Justices Sotomayor, Kavanaugh, and Gorsuch join growing trend of high court authors writing for young readers.

Apr. 20, 2026 at 12:47pm

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A bold, colorful silkscreen print featuring repeated images of a gavel, scales of justice, and an open book, conceptually representing the Supreme Court Justices' efforts to demystify the legal system for young readers.Supreme Court Justices' children's books bring the judicial system to life through vibrant, accessible storytelling.Washington Today

Several Supreme Court Justices have recently published or announced plans to release children's books, joining a growing trend of high-profile legal minds writing accessible literature for young audiences. Justices Sonia Sotomayor, Brett Kavanaugh, and Neil Gorsuch have all either published or are working on children's books that aim to educate and inspire the next generation.

Why it matters

The move by Supreme Court Justices to author children's books reflects a broader effort by prominent public figures to engage with and inspire young readers. As the nation's highest court grapples with complex legal and social issues, these books provide an opportunity to demystify the judicial system and share important values and lessons.

The details

Justice Sonia Sotomayor has already published five children's books, including a memoir titled 'Turning Pages' and a picture book about the importance of empathy called 'Just Ask!'. Meanwhile, Justice Brett Kavanaugh is working on a book about the Constitution, and Justice Neil Gorsuch is collaborating on a series of books that explore the lives of other Supreme Court Justices.

  • Justice Sotomayor's first children's book, 'Turning Pages', was published in 2018.
  • Justice Kavanaugh's Constitution-themed children's book is expected to be released in late 2026.
  • Justice Gorsuch's series of Supreme Court biographies for young readers is currently in development.

The players

Justice Sonia Sotomayor

A Supreme Court Justice who has published five children's books, including a memoir and a book about empathy.

Justice Brett Kavanaugh

A Supreme Court Justice who is working on a children's book about the U.S. Constitution.

Justice Neil Gorsuch

A Supreme Court Justice who is collaborating on a series of children's books exploring the lives of other Justices.

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The takeaway

The Supreme Court Justices' foray into children's literature reflects a broader trend of prominent public figures using accessible storytelling to educate and inspire young readers. These books provide an opportunity to demystify the judicial system and share important values and lessons with the next generation.