Copyright law is like a set of rules that helps protect the things people create, like Books, Music, and Art. These rules give the creators special rights, such as deciding who can use or share their work. While it's important to protect creators, there are also rules to make sure everyone can use some things freely. For example, "fair use" allows people to use copyrighted stuff for things like education or criticism without asking permission.

These rules also understand that protection shouldn't last forever. After a certain time, the special rights go away, and the work becomes free for everyone to use. This way, everyone can benefit from creative ideas, and it keeps a fair balance between the rights of creators and the needs of the public.