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.

 


Comments

Stephanie

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 06:26:28

Thank you for posting about this book. AIDS is a real issue that has become increasingly more prevalent in Africa. I believe children should be aware of such issues. This book would be a perfect way to raise awareness of the AIDS epidemic without devastating the listeners. The story ends with the two children finding a family, showing the reader that, despite the destruction AIDS causes, there is hope.

 

Darline Douangvilay

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 15:33:08

I haven't read this book, but it sounds like a great book. I love that it is a true story. This is a good book that children can learn from. Children can learn that although the children in this book have a disease, it doesn't stop them from finding hope and success in their lives. This is a book that will open AIDS awareness and discussion in the classroom.

 

Rachel D

Mon, 12 May 2008 18:42:35

This book sounds great. It is good to make children aware of the issues going on in our world today, such as AIDS. This is a delicate way to introduce this serious issue of AIDS to our children, which I think is wonderful.

 

Scott M

Tue, 13 May 2008 09:05:13

I was intrigued when I saw the link that read "Poverty." I have the opportunity to work with the poor and destitute in Honduran squatter villages in the summer and have had many an opportunity to minister to children with AIDS. I have not had the privilege of traveling to Africa to work with people there, but this definitely makes me want to look for opportunities.

 

Jill L

Wed, 14 May 2008 17:23:01

This sounds like an awesome book! Just reading about it makes me want to read it. I think all children should read this and I think that it's great that it comes from that perspective.

 



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