What are moral and legal rights and how are they recognized in our society? This engaging title explores what having 'rights' means, while pointing out that we can't have rights without also having responsibilities. A discussion about standing up for your rights will help readers understand the importance of individual rights and how they must be protected.

Includes index.

What are rights? -- Why are rights important? -- What are responsibilities? -- Why are responsibilities important? -- Children's rights -- Rights in history -- Rights and responsibilities today -- The future.