We are taught as children that we need to stay in school. Having an education is the first step to finding a job and earning money. Without an education, many are left unemployed and stuck living in poverty for the rest of their lives. One of the factors that limit the school success of children in poverty is stress. Children that are stress from poor housing conditions, poor nutrition, and other issues can affect a child’s physical and cognitive development. This can lead to mental conditions that impact a student’s motivation and desire to do well in school. Parents that have low incomes, on average, will not have time to read to their children due to the parent having more than one job can cause the student to have less stable home environments. The difference in preparation tends to persevere through elementary and high school.