Rosie A. Coleman's newly released "Give Me a Chance!" is a poignant story that explores the difficulties faced by children living in poverty
"Give Me a Chance!" from Christian Faith Publishing author Rosie A. Coleman is an engaging narrative that presents the very real daily struggle for those who exist in the lower socio-economic rungs of society.
MEADVILLE, Pa., Sep. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- "Give Me a Chance!": an empowering and honest look at what life looks like through the eyes of a child living in poverty. "Give Me a Chance!" is the creation of published author Rosie A. Coleman, a retired educator currently living in Sherwood, Arkansas. Coleman's forty-year career was spent mostly educating students living in abject poverty as a special education teacher, assistant principal, principal, and executive director of elementary education in the North Little Rock, Arkansas School District.
Coleman shares, "Living in poverty is a day-to-day survival of the fittest. It's difficult for children to understand how to maneuver each day, especially if their parents are unsure of how to manage their limited resources and sometimes lack the necessary skills to cope with the mental and physical challenges that poverty presents.
"Children oftentimes are grossly affected by poverty. Many are hungry, lack needed resources such as school supplies, and do not get the proper treatment for health related matters. These kids go to school every day and are shunned by their peers and school personnel who may treat them badly simply because of their socio-economic status in which they have no control over. Sometimes, they have little to no parent support and are required to perform at the same academic level of other students who have all they need to succeed. Hungry and embarrassed, they try to hide themselves so as not to be noticed by sleeping in class, acting out, or simply dropping out. Thus, the cycle of poverty continues.
"This book looks at poverty through the eyes of a child who is living it every day, all while facing challenges of his own to help his little brother maneuver the cycle while dealing with a mom who does not know how to cope. He has challenges in school until he meets his new fourth grade teacher. All he asks is to give him and his brother a chance. He defines that poverty does not mean that you are ignorant and incapable of being successful. It means that you lack some of the human, physical, and material resources to be successful. His circumstance changed when he meets his guardian angel in fourth grade."
Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Rosie A. Coleman's new book is a stark look at poverty through the eyes of a child pleading for an opportunity.
Coleman's experience working with children within the poverty level is apparent within the pages of this thought-provoking and emotional work.
View a synopsis of "Give Me a Chance!" on YouTube.
Consumers can purchase "Give Me a Chance!" at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.
For additional information or inquiries about "Give Me a Chance!," contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.
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