The Boy with No Food: and other stories of a first year teacher

This is the real-life account of a first-year teacher in the inner-city public school system. The book goes through the harrowing lives of students who are desperate to feel safe, loved, and cared for. Mrs. Smith describes the destitute lifestyles of her students and her attempts to meet district demands without any financial support. The book gives a first-hand look into the daily realities of teachers in the inner-city.