Winner of the 2024 Green Earth Book Honor Award Bookstagang's Best of 2023 Awards in the category of Best Conversation Starters of 2023 Mateo's father is a composter, but when the class falls silent during his career day presentation, he sets out to learn more about not only his father's job, but about composting itself. His dad's seemingly ordinary job unveils a world of interconnectedness, family heritage and environmental stewardship that changes Mateo's perspective. Guided by his family, Mateo delves into the science of composting and witnesses the transformation of trash into nourishing compost that provides life for our planet. Written by the founder of LA Compost, this story is a call to action for readers of all ages. Filled with familial love and educational lessons on composting science and climate change, Composting for Community is an inspiring story about the power of community where every small effort can blossom into something extraordinary. Why We Love This Book Composting for Community is a short story that walks along the path of curiosity, which leads to a beautiful creative process. It reminds us that soil and people are deeply connected and that the compost pile provides us with a glimpse into a potential future. A future where individuals are collectively working towards something bigger than their individual selves.