In some of China’s poorest regions, millions of adults have fled their villages in search of work, leaving behind young children who must fend for themselves. As Andrew Browne reports:


    Many migrant parents believe they are fulfilling their duty to raise their family’s standard of living. Income sent home helps pay for better food and education, and some workers save enough money to build a new home in their rural village. It is common for both parents to leave home together, since they can save faster and there are so many jobs in the city.


    Read the rest of the story at WSJ.com, and see photos of some of the left-behind children.



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