Tani, 8 years old, ran away from Nigeria with his family two years ago. they got to the United States, a churchman (warm) helped place them in a homeless shelter (收容所) in New York. Tani's dad worked as a driver. And his mom studied hard (become) a nurse. Tani started going to Primary School 116. There, learned to play the game that would change his life: chess.
On March 10th, Tani (win)a state champion (冠军) for little kids. He beat 73 other players. Some had practiced with private chess teachers, but Tani had practiced on floor of the homeless shelter alone.
A reporter wrote an article about Tani. In three weeks, thousands people gave away over $250, 000 to Tani and his family on GoFundMe. Some also left (message). "Tani! You are a superstar!" one person wrote.
Recently, Tani and his family (decide) to giveaway all the money. "Thanks to others' help, we live much (happily) than before" Tani's father, Kayoed, told TIME for Kids. "Now we want to help poor people."
