Presents varying perspectives on the topic of selling junk food in schools.

"Pinkalicious decides to get school lunch for the first time, but has she bitten off more than she can chew?"--Back cover.

Based on the true story of a boy named Jimmy who takes another kid's lunch at school every day. But through the power of kindness he is transformed into a compassionate human being.--Publisher.

Launched by the First Lady, Let's Move! task force focuses on: creating a healthy start for children; empowering parents and caregivers; providing healthy food in schools; improving access to healthy, affordable foods; increasing physical activity. Site coverage includes sign-up link for Let's Move! cities, towns and counties program, facts, food & nutrition, physical activity, and current event news via blogs.

Food often unites us in unexpected ways--especially on Taco Salad Day. Drawing on material from more than seventy voices, these stories capture all walks of life--from celebrities and chefs to a circus family, new immigrants, a creative dad whose illustrated lunch bags went viral, plenty of unlikely cultural mashups, and one genuine cafeteria lady. Their experiences are compelling, familiar, and foreign at the same time, forming a cultural time capsule....

Stacey and her friends can't wait for lunchtime on Friday, also known as TacoPizza FryDay! But when Stacey discovers that some of her classmates can't afford to eat lunch, she loses her appetite. She knows she has to do something . . . but what can a kid do? Plenty, as it turns out! With the help of their community, Stacey and her friends devise a plan to make their voices heard.

"In Lunch Wars, award-winning filmmaker and nutritionist Amy Kalafa answers the question she's received from parents around the country in response to her inspiring documentary film Two Angry Moms: "If I want to change the food culture in my kid's school cafeteria, how can I get started?" By explaining the issues surrounding school food; how to work with your school's "Wellness Policy"; the basics of good nutrition (vs. what is currently being served...