Sharon F. Shrum Bücher

Focusing on the struggles of today's youth, this collection of stories highlights the misunderstandings children face from society, peers, and families. It emphasizes the significance of relationships, empathy, and unconditional love in nurturing children's true identities. By inviting readers to "walk a mile in another's shoes," it fosters a deeper understanding of children beyond societal labels, encouraging compassion and insight into their experiences.

Growing up in poverty a middle school girl had to overcome the opinions of others. The shame she felt when she overheard her teachers talking about her ended up giving her strength and perseverance that she uses to help people in poverty today. Somethin' Out of Nothin' is a much needed story for children living in poverty and for teachers to know how to support students living in poverty.