"Homelessness is a pressing social issue in the United States. Collectively, it also encompasses the tragic stories of hundreds of thousands of individuals who are now living with no place to call home. This compelling title explores both the historical and social aspects of homelessness along with how teens can cope with homelessness in their own lives. It encourages young people to question their preconceptions about the homeless and explore ways that they can work to fight homelessness in their communities. In particular, the text provides statistics about youth homelessness and highlights the experiences of homeless teens"-- Provided by publisher.