How Long to Read "And Yet He Lived?" a Fact-Based Story about a Young Man's Journey Through Poverty and Pain

How Long Does it Take to Read "And Yet He Lived?" a Fact-Based Story about a Young Man's Journey Through Poverty and Pain?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 13 minutes to read "And Yet He Lived?" a Fact-Based Story about a Young Man's Journey Through Poverty and Pain by Ma Cornelius L. Barker

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

This book chronicles the life of David Alexander, from his lack of parental love and being a social outcast from his peers to the desire to join a gang and getting out of such lifestyle. He experiences physical and mental abuse at the hands of the same people who are supposed to be nurturing and protecting him. The horrific treatment by the adults in his life is enough to turn any child into a cold-blooded and cold-hearted menace. Feeling unwanted and unloved by his father and unwelcomed by his siblings, he becomes easily captivated by the "Conti-Boys," a neighborhood street gang. When David is about to be inducted into the gang, many adults, including teachers, counselors and his father, misunderstood him - - - often punishing him unfairly. David tries repeatedly to prove to his family and school how intelligent he is and how naturally talented he is but meets with disapproval and discouragement. For the most part, David is in search for acceptance and recognition. Cornelius L. Barker, MA. and Claudette J. Searchwell, MA. vividly wrote a compelling story edited by Christina C. Polychronis, MA., that can be used as an instructional device to aid students in building a mastery of reading comprehension and vocabulary enhancement. The storyline is one that will definitely grab young readers' interest. Barker, Searchwell and Polychronis understand very well that to get students to read, you need to provide them with something of interest that he or she can identify with. The book provides young readers with a character that is lifelike and believable. "And Yet He Lived?" colorfully tells the story that any school-aged child can relate to regarding feeling accepted and recognized regardless of an urban or suburban atmosphere. The end of section activity sheets help reinforce reading comprehension and retention. The activity sheets ask questions that promote critical thinking skills and improve comprehension. The story explores David Alexander's childhood that was filled with poverty, abuse and misuse and his surviving these hardships and more. ""And Yet He Lived?"" demonstrates how the presence of one or two caring adults in a child's life can have a profound and lasting effect of helping that child turn his life around. With the patient encouragement of a new found friend, David realizes that being successful in life does not mean having a lot of material things. He realizes that a good education is more valuable and will be his forever. It is something no person will ever take from him.

How long is "And Yet He Lived?" a Fact-Based Story about a Young Man's Journey Through Poverty and Pain?

"And Yet He Lived?" a Fact-Based Story about a Young Man's Journey Through Poverty and Pain by Ma Cornelius L. Barker is 192 pages long, and a total of 48,384 words.

This makes it 65% the length of the average book. It also has 59% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read "And Yet He Lived?" a Fact-Based Story about a Young Man's Journey Through Poverty and Pain Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 24 minutes to read "And Yet He Lived?" a Fact-Based Story about a Young Man's Journey Through Poverty and Pain aloud.

What Reading Level is "And Yet He Lived?" a Fact-Based Story about a Young Man's Journey Through Poverty and Pain?

"And Yet He Lived?" a Fact-Based Story about a Young Man's Journey Through Poverty and Pain is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

Where Can I Buy "And Yet He Lived?" a Fact-Based Story about a Young Man's Journey Through Poverty and Pain?

"And Yet He Lived?" a Fact-Based Story about a Young Man's Journey Through Poverty and Pain by Ma Cornelius L. Barker is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.

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