When Rex was outed the summer after he graduated high school, his father gave him a choice: he could stay at home, find a girlfriend, and attend church twice a week, or he could be gay--and leave. Rex left, driving toward the only other gay man he knew and a toxic relationship that would ultimately leave him homeless and desperate on the streets of New Orleans.

Here, Rex tells the story of his coming out and his father's rejection of his identity, navigating abuse and survival on the streets. Road Home is a devastating and incandescent reflection on Rex's hunger--for food, for love, and for a place to call home--completing the trilogy of memoirs that began with the award-winning Free Lunch.

Imagination is a powerful tool, and when paired with compassion, it can grow into one of our greatest human superpowers: empathy. In this choose-your-own-ending book, children explore the difficult decisions and life circumstances that those experiencing homelessness face on a daily basis. For a moment, they experience life in someone else's shoes. Imagine If... leads children away from fear and stereotypes, toward a recognition of the humanity of every individual experiencing homelessness.

★ An outstanding, sophisticated introduction to a complex topic, this book encourages readers to prioritize kindness towards and dignity for people experiencing homelessness. -Recommended as a first purchase.--School Library Journal, starred review

There are 150 million people experiencing homelessness worldwide, and that number is increasing every year.

Homelessness is not a choice, yet it exists in almost every community. But why are people homeless? Who are they? What can you do? In Shelter: Homelessness in Our Community, readers will get answers to these complex questions. They'll learn about the root causes of homelessness and its effects, and what people and organizations around the world are doing to address the problem. It shares the personal stories of people who live on the street and the adults and kids who work with them. As a former homeless-shelter worker, author Lois Peterson encourages young people to approach the issue with knowledge and compassion. She dispels some of the myths about homelessness and makes the case for why everyone deserves a safe, permanent place to call home.

This engaging book introduces readers to several ways that volunteers can help people in need, from donating to food pantries to offering free services, and describes how these actions help the community. The book also includes a That's Amazing! special feature, several Did You Know? facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.

This compassionate book explores the dynamics of unhoused families. Young readers learn about the different kinds of unhoused families, the ways they form, the challenges they can face, and strategies for working through those challenges. This book also features a Many Identities special feature, several Did You Know? facts, a table of contents, a reading comprehension quiz, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Beacon level, aligned to reading levels of grades 2-3 and interest levels of grades 3-5.

A gentle introduction to the issue of poverty, On Our Street explores the realities of people living with inadequate resources.

Using age-appropriate language, this book addresses mental illness, homelessness and refugee status as they are connected to this issue. Insightful quotes from individuals and organizations such as UNICEF are included throughout to add further perspective on the issue. An invaluable section on how kids can help empowers readers to take what they have learned and use it to make a difference.

The Road to Wigan Pier offers an in-depth examination of socio-economic conditions in the coal-mining communities of England's industrial areas, including detailed analysis of workers' wages, living conditions, and working environments. Orwell was profoundly influenced by his experiences while researching.An unflinching look at unemployment and life among the working classes in Britain during the Great Depression.

You are 14 years old, your parents just left you in a foreign country, illegal, no money, few family relations, and in the 10th largest city in America. You Have Been LEFT IN AMERICA. Today, America has over 300,000 illegal children who have been brought to America before they were 16 years old. Many of the parents of these children were forced to leave America, but left their children here. As a Christian, what do you think Jesus would want you to do for these children?

In Conversations with the Homeless Pernotto tells 113 individual stories- some inspiring, others heartbreaking-to give readers a clearer picture of what homelessness really looks like. Pernotto finds the humanity in each person he meets, from pregnant mothers to paroled convicts to senior citizens struggling with addictions. Progress is slow and hope comes in driblets, but meeting by meeting, you'll experience with hime the small wins that become the reason to continue moving forward.

Abandoned by his father, neglected by his mother, shuttled between foster homes and a boys ranch for most of his formative years, a young man refuses to succumb to the fate that the world says should be his. Early on, Alton decides he wants a normal life ... even if that means standing up to abusive relatives and being teased by his siblings and cousins. Along the way, he keeps an eye out for those who might help lighten the load, never losing hope that such people exist.

The events surrounding the Great Depression did not look the same to everyone involved. Step back in time and into the shoes of a government worker, a Civilian Conservation Corps worker, and a young daughter of an unemployed banker as readers act out the scenes that took place in the midst of this historic event. Written with simplified, considerate text to help struggling readers, books in this series are made to build confidence as readers engage and read aloud. This book includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, and timelines.

A historical account of the global refugee crisis, including the events that have triggered ongoing crises, the people involved, the border politics and camp-construction issues, and the lingering aftermath.

The events surrounding the Orphan Trains did not look the same to everyone involved. Step back in time and into the shoes of an orphan child heading to the Midwest, a Midwestern family awaiting a child, and a New York City child welfare worker as readers act out the scenes that took place in the midst of this historic event. Written with simplified, considerate text to help struggling readers, books in this series are made to build confidence as readers engage and read aloud. This book includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, and timelines.

These 80 Mixed Puzzles are Easy on the Eyes and Challenging to the Mind. Your mind and the minds of your friends deserve this entertaining workout, testing knowledge of words, trivia, and spelling.

This Mixed puzzle book Included:

◆ 200+ Mixed puzzles

◆ Many hours of challenge and fun

◆ Solutions included for checking and cheating

◆ 8.5*11 perfect size for your bag, purse and very handy

This Big Mixed Puzzle Book is a perfect gift for adults, seniors and all puzzle fan lovers for any gift-giving occasion.

Becoming homeless happens--but how does it feel when it happens to you?

Being homeless is a devastating and life-changing experience that happens to thousands of young people every year. Discover what it is like to be made homeless through the heartfelt stories of survivors. Learn how it happened to them, read their journeys out of homelessness, and find out more about what causes people to become homeless in this open, sensitive, and informative exploration.

Sometimes, painful experiences happen. It Happened to Me explores painful life crises that affect many young people through poignant diary entries from composite teens who have experienced these situations, supported by informational text. Every year, more and more young people face life-changing situations, from drug and alcohol abuse to eating disorders, family breakups, and homelessness. Being young has never been more challenging. Using a unique in-their-own words approach, this series will strike a chord with many young people who are struggling with complex issues, and help those around them better understand how and why it has happened to them.

Readers will learn about the first UN Sustainable Development Goal and what it takes to commit to ending poverty by 2030. Aligned to curriculum standards, this book also highlights key 21st Century content: Global Awareness, Public Policy, Health and Wellness, Civics Literacy, and Environmental Stewardship. Includes a table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and infographics.

Readers will learn about the second UN Sustainable Development Goal, what it takes to commit to ending hunger by 2030, and dive deep into food security, improved nutrition, and promoting sustainable agriculture. Aligned to curriculum standards, this book also highlights key 21st Century content: Global Awareness, Public Policy, Health and Wellness, Civics Literacy, and Environmental Stewardship. Includes a table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and infographics.

This engaging book introduces readers to several ways that volunteers can help people in need, from donating to food pantries to offering free services, and describes how these actions help the community. The book also includes a That's Amazing! special feature, several Did You Know? facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.

The United States of America is a complex nation. At various times in its nearly 250-year history, the country's citizens have endured racism, poverty, and gun violence. They've been split apart and brought together by politics, news media, and ideas about what constitutes a basic human right. In this nonfiction series, early high schoolers will learn the history behind many social studies hot topics, including immigration, voting rights, and LGBTQ+ discrimination; how and why we continue to struggle today; and what's being done to improve those challenging aspects of living in America. Each title includes real-life profiles of people who are living the featured topic, factual sidebars, a glossary, and an index.
The United States is a very rich country, yet more than 40 million Americans lack economic stability and constant access to food, health care, and other resources. This nonfiction social studies title for young adults examines the history and effects of poverty in the nation, how it's measured, and how people of color have been especially affected. It explores Franklin Roosevelt's New Deal policies, Lyndon Johnson's War on Poverty, and safety net assistance programs such as Social Security, unemployment insurance, SNAP, Medicare and Medicaid, CHIP, and the Affordable Care Act. Includes sidebars, a glossary, a timeline, and profiles of the Greenwood District founders of Tulsa, Oklahoma.

What can we do to help those dealing with poverty and food insecurity--not just in our own communities but around the world too? Readers explore answers to this question in this inspiring and informative look at global problems and the paths to their solutions. Essential facts about poverty and hunger support lessons about current events, and suggestions for ways readers can help those in need empower the next generation of global citizens. Featuring fact boxes, full-color photographs, and sidebars, this reading experience is designed to help readers cope with anxiety about the world through knowledge and action.