Not enough good -- What does it look like? -- Acting out -- Not enough money -- Poor food environments -- Food insecurity and racism -- What doesn't work -- What does work -- How to help.
Summary:
Throughout the world, millions of people face food insecurity every day. Although the United States is a prosperous country, it is not immune to this problem. Concerns about where their next meal is coming from plague hundreds of thousands of Americans. Understanding what food insecurity means is the first step toward solving it. Informative text and engaging fact boxes give readers a better understanding of the facts surrounding this often complex issue. A list of ways young people can become more involved in combating food insecurity is also included to help them take a more active role in their community. Provided by publisher.
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