Poor Child Poverty

Introduction In the film, What Poor Child Is This? Poverty and America’s Children published by Films Media Group the audience learns the horrifying reality of just how many of American children are considered poor. In America, which is considered one of the world’s most wealthy countries, there are 12 million children who are considered poor. This film also depicted just how ignorant most Americans are about child poverty. Only five percent of Americans consider poverty to be a problem. Most people only think of adults when thinking about poverty because most people assimilate those they see on the streets begging for money with America’s poor. In the film, they stated that the poverty level was “out of site and over sized”. However, people
This is especially true during middle and high school years. This is when cliques develop within the school and bullying becomes frequent and aggressive. Children tend to pick on those who are “less than”, and unfortunately those living in poverty are in this category. At this stage in life, it is very important to wear the “right” clothes and become friends with the “right” people. Those living in poverty cannot afford expensive clothing and often have to wear the same things repeatedly. This would not be socially acceptable to their peers, thus making them a target for bullying. This will make it harder for them to make and keep friends throughout the rest of their time at school. It will be very easy for these children to end up in the wrong crowd because they are the only group that will allow them in. Ultimately, growing up in poverty has a significant affect on how the child’s social aspect of school will affect him or
However, I was surprised at just how empathetic I was when learning about how many children are affected by poverty. I had no idea that many children in America were suffering. When thinking of 12 million children being hungry or not having clothing, it breaks my heart. Now, if I see a child struggling it will make me consider whether the child is getting enough to eat or is in a safe home. I do not think I will ever be able to forget just how many children are living in poverty. Another concept I think I will take away from this film is the different types of poverty. The film states that some poverty can be temporary or permanent. Some families might just being going through a rough time and might be struggling for only a few months or maybe just a few years. However, the opposite can also be true. The kind of poverty that affects children the most is permanent poverty. This is where families are constantly falling below the poverty line with no sense of relief. I think as a teacher it is important to know if the family is in a constant struggle or is just going through a rough time. This can help you relate to your student more