"Uneaten food, barely worn clothing, and countless electronics sit to rot-or not-in a great mound at the landfill. Much of this mountain of waste could have been repurposed, repaired, or even given to someone in need. Instead, it's trashing the planet. Uncover the problems with worldwide waste and consumerism alongside the actions being taken to minimize waste. Approachable text with engaging images and innovative solutions brings this timely topic to life. A back matter feature highlights actions young readers can take to help solve the problem, too"-- Provided by publisher.