Explores the political, economic, and moral implications of dining out, and how poor working conditions, exploitation, discrimination, and unsanitary kitchens affect the meals prepared at restaurants.
Janice Erlbaum recounts her experiences working with the residents of a homeless shelter she lived at more than twenty years earlier, reflecting on her friendship with one troubled young woman who reminded Janice of the girl she used to be.
Cedric O'Toole, a handyman who lives on a farm by himself and dreams of his next invention, finds his life turned upside down when he is sued for faulty workmanship and realizes the lawsuit might lead to a manslaughter charge.
Introduces young readers to the many tasks done by the people who work for the postal service through the story of Gordon, a young boy who send his grandmother a birthday card.
