AUTHOR:    Brenda L. Murray
AGES:    All ages
REVIEW:    Myambi’s Second Chance by Brenda L. Murray is a wonderful story that explores the current social conditions of African children.  In this story, Myambi and his brother are orphaned by the AIDs virus and find themselves homeless and hungry.  It is a touching story about their survival.  Myambi and his brother are rescued and become a part of Watota Child Care where they live with a new mother and six brothers and sisters.  Based on a true storey, this is a wonderful way for children of all ages to learn more about the poverty and AIDs crisis that exists within our world.

What I love about this story is that it is a true story that explores what happens to people who are touched by AIDs.  It is filled with adventure and triumph at the end.

If you would like to review a summary of this book, there is one available at Watoto Child Care Web Site and also a personal review is available.

Guest Blogger:  Elizabeth N. is a graduate student at the University of Memphis.  She worked almost six years with pre-school children and is currently employed in the financial field at a doctor’s office.  Elizabeth and her husband Michael also serve full-time at their church as youth pastors.  Elizabeth is aspiring to be a middle school teacher for the Memphis City or Shelby County Schools.  She is a student in Dr. Grant's IDT 7061, Spring08 course.