Everyone has a Story

It is true that everybody in the world has a story to tell and many of those stories have the power to teach or change others. I believe the stories that include hardship, struggle, and pain have the most power to teach because they often include how that individual overcame their problems. Although it hurts me to say and think about this, but many kids from the Multi-Cultural Center do fight a lot of hardships. Everyone needs to hear the family and racial hardships these kids face as well as the potential and intelligence they have in spite of these hardships. Even the stories from young kids can teach everyone how to deal with major problems in one’s life or what problems actually exist in society. It might even inspire some people to reject stereotypes or to go out a try to make a difference via volunteering or donating money.
Nussbaum argues that literature and stories have an essential role in teaching students. But she also says that people can interpret literature in totally different ways. For example, an article from a child who had to steal bread in order to eat might bring up two different opinions: the child is a delinquent, or the child is in need of help. No matter how one views the story, Nussbaum believes these tragic stories should be told because they do have the power to change someone’s opinion or view. Even if they don’t break down stereotypes at least the reader would get an inside look at how the child felt and the hardships he or she is facing.