Posted on 12/11/2017 7:59:07 AM PST by simpson96
‘I want to be a basketball player.’
Well if that’s the case you can dispense with the reading.
“when I’m 23 I want to be a Ninja turtle”
I really should have gone to more career fairs, I had no idea that was an option!
I’m glad he didn’t say he wanted to be a girl.
Yeah, all he’s training for is to be one of those women who devour Harlequin romances.
Seems fake.
The first book he finished was “War and Peace.” Then he tackled the tough stuff.
Good for him! If he keeps up with reading, his schooling will benefit. Guess I am the Debbie “upper” of the thread but I’d rather see a lil’ one read than spend hours on t.v. :)
Anyone test him on retention and comprehension?
There are a lot worse things than reading. Good for him hope he continues to make it a priority
Possibly but my husband and I were both reading well by age 3 and my 2.25 year old can sight read dick and Jane and Dr Seuss books.
Having a 4 year old read 100 books in one day is a publicity stunt.
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Wonderful! Impressive! I am not only impressed with Caleb, but also with his parents who understand the importance of having lots of books in the home. Talk to any school teacher and they will confirm that having a great stash of books in the home is not typical these days. That the boy came up with a goal and his parents took the time to help him fulfill that goal is commendable and inspiring. Needless to say, that Caleb reads so well at age four is also evidence of some great parents. Teachers can teach, but kids need practice. Parents do that job the best.
I am amazed at the negativity as well. Actually, as a freeper, I am embarrassed by so called conservatives who can not rejoice with the accomplishment of this little boy. Being a good reader is essential to getting a good education. God bless Caleb and his parents.
He is a very lucky kid. How many 4 year olds in Chicago have a dad at home?
It’s only exceptional in this day and age.
I did that as a kid.
Winters were long in Nebraska. I had two sisters and we had one TV.
Good times.
And mommy is pointing at the words for him.
Am sure plenty of kids have him beat.
and math...and English...
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