Neighb'rhood Childr'n Essays

  • Role Models: My Role Model

    737 Words  | 2 Pages

    I have had many role models in my life I truly cherish but there are three great individuals who has molded and shaped me into the individual I am today. My first two positive influencers are Hermon & Eva Yates, my parents. My last role model is Sherry Wetherby, my sister in Christ. My mom and dad have been more than parents, but true role models for me and my siblings. I have had the pleasure to grow up on a dairy / tobacco farm and it was nothing short of spectacular. I learned about budgeting

  • The Lesson by Toni Cade Bambara

    1044 Words  | 3 Pages

    Sometimes growing up we experience situations that can change our perspective on life. Especially, when these situations happen unexpectedly; we are in disbelief. In Toni Cade Bambara short story “The Lesson” written in first person; it delves into the struggle of a girl, Sylvia, who realizes the economic and social injustice surrounding her. However, with the help of Miss Moore Sylvia comes to grip with this issue, and opts to overcome it. In “The Lesson” Miss Moore wanted to impart on Sylvia and