The 2009 KIDS COUNT Data Book

This annual report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation tracks key indicators of well-being of U.S. children in the nation as a whole and state by state. What's new in 2009? This year's essay, "Counting What Counts: Taking Results Seriously for Vulnerable Children and Families" profiles the need for clear, consistent data and an understanding of how to use them to tell a story. It calls for a “data revolution” that uses timely and reliable information to track the progress and improve the lives of vulnerable children. Check out the easy to use widget and all the ways you can create customized reports on the children and areas that matter to you.