This is so heartwarming and smart. What a great idea! I worked as a support teacher for 5 yrs. at an ele. sch. and I can see how all of my Autistic kids would have responded to the sound and feel of the tap shoes. Show them the Happy Feet movie first and give them the shoes and the room....
I know I have kind of spammed a bit but he is doing a very good job. He doesn't move like a normal autistic kid. At least from what I have seen. Is he high functioning? If you would like not to answer just say so. I understand. And if I insult you in any way I do not intend to do so. I am just kind of curious. I am a young mind trying to learn. Thanks. :)
On Another Note Its sad how some people ust want to insult and disrespect people and their families... if you dont like the video DONT comment. Save your time && other peoples time *like mine i just used* to FLAG your comments as spam . thanks!
just visited ur site, & now I know why u say those things, may god have mercy on ur ignorant attitude. Shame on u for belittling the less fortunate! he's a child, with special needs, did someone abuse u as a child, did u not get enough attention from those who raised u? what possesses someone to make comments like that?
@6958921just visited ur site, & now I know why u say those things, may god have mercy on ur ignorant attitude. Shame on u for belittling the less fortunate! he's a child, with special needs, did someone abuse u as a child, did u not get enough attention from those who raised u? what possesses someone to make comments like that?
@queenaugust it wasnt me who said that, was my brother i don't have any bad thoughts about authistic childrens i just hate black people thats all =] cheers
@queenaugust Ya I would have to agree with you. My guess is he was picked on as a child or in high school so he takes every opportunity to make fun of someone else.
@6958921 You ignorant son of a bitch. The fact that you can say that about a child only shows how small of man you are. Im guessing you were beaten alot as a child, maybe touched who knows what couldve fucked you up. But somewhere along the line ur mind got fucked and now you are an idiot. You asked why he wasnt aborted? I ask why stupid narrow minded biggots rnt aborted? But im not worried youll piss off the wrong person, people like you always do. Then problem solved.
@6958921 Seriously dude what the hell. First off he probably dances better than you do. He actually did a pretty good job. Second he is what?.. Probably like 6-9 years old there? I mean come on man. I know its okay to make comments like that to grown people who are phyisically and mentally "Normal" But seriously lay off. The kid's a kid and he doesn't deserve crap like that.
@queenaugust He can't follow instructions and has comprehension issues at this point, so don't know where that would work. That and I'd have to convince my hubby. He wasn't keen on the idea for some reason....
@LaRaNaThA my son taught himself by watching a tutorial on the happy feet dvd in the bonus features, repetitive motions is something some autisic kids pick up easily, or just do on their own, either way, I'm sure as he gets older he'll pick up following directions better, & maybe you're hubby will be more agreeable then?
There will be 400 people at the fundraiser in Nov 2010. I would be honored to have your son perform solo. If interested please email me and I can send you information of the event for "Arts for Autism". Respectfully, Paola
I live in VA and I am heading a full fundraiser for autism (/Arts for Autism) in November 2010. I will have the top child singers, dancers, artists walk the runway and the top child performers will do a solo performance.
Get down lil man Get down! I found this video by accident. This vid has put such a genuwine smile on my face man. I love it. 2:44 - 2:55 is when he was REALLY getn down. U Go Boy!!
thast awsome i have an autistic son to who isfive, he loves to sing...he knows alot of songs off by heart. its true never underestimate! very cute vid!
aww hes so cute, my little brother is autistic and we have him in many different types of therpy and one of them was horseback riding but now instead we have in in an autistic karate class =]
this is amazing, so sorry not to have seen it sooner - the Happy Feet story has a lot of resonance re people who don't fit in... I am putting this into the Posutive Youtube group and its kids and arts subgroups, well done that boy! Does he still do tap a year on?
Just saw this again - in related videos. Max is really super - is he in tap classes yet? Would like to know how he's doing. And what about that cute sister! She's all that!!
Everyone said autistic kids cant dance, they just wiggle around stupidly like the little retard kid in the video. And if he gets into dance class then im going to the olympics
Instead of making it your goal in life to browse videos and make rude comments, maybe you can do something constructive, liking being kindhearted. A bad attitude will bring a sad, unfullfing life. Don't you want better!?
How dare you! He's just a little boy with autism, who loves to dance, draw, and play baseball. He is NOT retarded, nor is he just "wiggling around." What do you have going for you, besides attacking videos of kids you find online? You could learn a lot from this boy--who is sweet, and funny and one of the kindest souls on this planet. Unlike you with your mean spirit and judgmental attitude. Grow up and leave innocent kids alone!
it's obvious you don't know what you're talking about! This little guy really can dance. FYI - Albert Einstein was autistic and I think he may be just a bit smarter than you.......
oh, so you know about autism? Well, less than 25% autistic kids are retarded. Most of them have other gifts that we can't even imagine. Check out (on utube) the Human Camera. He is autistic too. Just imagine! We all have the potential to use that part of our brain, but it's blocked off. Autistic people are missing something common to us, but it doesn't mean they are not as good as us, just different! I hope you will consider that next time you think about leaving such a hurtful comment. Peace!
Great job Max I wish I could dance like that! I have to show my grandkids this :0) God blessed him with this talent show him off mom of course if Max wants. :)
This is so heartwarming and smart. What a great idea! I worked as a support teacher for 5 yrs. at an ele. sch. and I can see how all of my Autistic kids would have responded to the sound and feel of the tap shoes. Show them the Happy Feet movie first and give them the shoes and the room....
cpeterson117 4 months ago
I know I have kind of spammed a bit but he is doing a very good job. He doesn't move like a normal autistic kid. At least from what I have seen. Is he high functioning? If you would like not to answer just say so. I understand. And if I insult you in any way I do not intend to do so. I am just kind of curious. I am a young mind trying to learn. Thanks. :)
schwarzie1229 6 months ago
He's Really Good!!
On Another Note Its sad how some people ust want to insult and disrespect people and their families... if you dont like the video DONT comment. Save your time && other peoples time *like mine i just used* to FLAG your comments as spam . thanks!
ConnieKayy2010 7 months ago
Wonderful.
creepycrawlything 8 months ago
Hes a natural !
SilverRainHippieLove 9 months ago
just visited ur site, & now I know why u say those things, may god have mercy on ur ignorant attitude. Shame on u for belittling the less fortunate! he's a child, with special needs, did someone abuse u as a child, did u not get enough attention from those who raised u? what possesses someone to make comments like that?
queenaugust 10 months ago
Looks like bruno's son dancing like a satanic creature from Hades, i wonder why he wasent aborted?
6958921 10 months ago
@6958921just visited ur site, & now I know why u say those things, may god have mercy on ur ignorant attitude. Shame on u for belittling the less fortunate! he's a child, with special needs, did someone abuse u as a child, did u not get enough attention from those who raised u? what possesses someone to make comments like that?
queenaugust 10 months ago
@queenaugust it wasnt me who said that, was my brother i don't have any bad thoughts about authistic childrens i just hate black people thats all =] cheers
6958921 10 months ago
@queenaugust hey
6958921 10 months ago
@queenaugust Ya I would have to agree with you. My guess is he was picked on as a child or in high school so he takes every opportunity to make fun of someone else.
schwarzie1229 6 months ago
@6958921 You ignorant son of a bitch. The fact that you can say that about a child only shows how small of man you are. Im guessing you were beaten alot as a child, maybe touched who knows what couldve fucked you up. But somewhere along the line ur mind got fucked and now you are an idiot. You asked why he wasnt aborted? I ask why stupid narrow minded biggots rnt aborted? But im not worried youll piss off the wrong person, people like you always do. Then problem solved.
NuclearButtons 10 months ago
@6958921 Seriously dude what the hell. First off he probably dances better than you do. He actually did a pretty good job. Second he is what?.. Probably like 6-9 years old there? I mean come on man. I know its okay to make comments like that to grown people who are phyisically and mentally "Normal" But seriously lay off. The kid's a kid and he doesn't deserve crap like that.
schwarzie1229 6 months ago
He's a natural. I actually thought of putting my son in tap. I know he'd love the sound the shoes make. lol
LaRaNaThA 11 months ago
@LaRaNaThA -U should put him in!! Its good on so many different levels!
queenaugust 11 months ago
@queenaugust He can't follow instructions and has comprehension issues at this point, so don't know where that would work. That and I'd have to convince my hubby. He wasn't keen on the idea for some reason....
LaRaNaThA 11 months ago
@LaRaNaThA my son taught himself by watching a tutorial on the happy feet dvd in the bonus features, repetitive motions is something some autisic kids pick up easily, or just do on their own, either way, I'm sure as he gets older he'll pick up following directions better, & maybe you're hubby will be more agreeable then?
queenaugust 10 months ago
@queenaugust Yep, very visual learner. My son is too. Great idea. Cheaper too, than putting him in a class.
LaRaNaThA 10 months ago
Amazing!
kitara251 1 year ago
Awe! I have an autistic girl in my hiphop and jazz classes!
live2dance72 1 year ago
oh my goodness, he must be tired after all of that, lol
GreenGirl444 1 year ago
Your son is amazing and I really enjoyed watching your wonderful video.
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paolaquiroz100 1 year ago
There will be 400 people at the fundraiser in Nov 2010. I would be honored to have your son perform solo. If interested please email me and I can send you information of the event for "Arts for Autism". Respectfully, Paola
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paolaquiroz100 1 year ago
I live in VA and I am heading a full fundraiser for autism (/Arts for Autism) in November 2010. I will have the top child singers, dancers, artists walk the runway and the top child performers will do a solo performance.
paolaquiroz100 1 year ago
Get down lil man Get down! I found this video by accident. This vid has put such a genuwine smile on my face man. I love it. 2:44 - 2:55 is when he was REALLY getn down. U Go Boy!!
topcity59 2 years ago
lol, he does like to get down with his bas self ;)
queenaugust 2 years ago
My son is autistic and we were discussing him taking lessons...after seeing this he is ready to go!!! AWESOME!
EmoElo77 2 years ago
that is awesome, my son made a difference in another autisic kids life, thru dance!! I love it!!
queenaugust 2 years ago
awsem dude love it
dsdancers99 2 years ago
thast awsome i have an autistic son to who isfive, he loves to sing...he knows alot of songs off by heart. its true never underestimate! very cute vid!
mommyfrost 2 years ago
bravo
okudaisi 2 years ago
awesome! :)
jonasfever560 2 years ago
LOL tap dance
crystal0angel 2 years ago
aww hes so cute, my little brother is autistic and we have him in many different types of therpy and one of them was horseback riding but now instead we have in in an autistic karate class =]
x0miss3nUbabi0x 2 years ago
nice.... i'ma try it wit my daughter...... its amazing how smart they can be .... never underestimate
mellypete 2 years ago
omg u are amazing!!!!!!
suziewooz 2 years ago
thanx! we think so too! But it's nice to know it's not just us ;)
queenaugust 2 years ago
Tap is excellent for autistic children.. I am an aspie and I tap dance my entire life.
Yetti0 2 years ago 2
Love it!!!
Sharon Tosten
TROYS AMAZING UNIVERSE
tntdns 3 years ago
awesome job =)
all4tubekids 3 years ago
this is amazing, so sorry not to have seen it sooner - the Happy Feet story has a lot of resonance re people who don't fit in... I am putting this into the Posutive Youtube group and its kids and arts subgroups, well done that boy! Does he still do tap a year on?
dinahkcm 3 years ago
What a cutie
nyprincess10001 3 years ago
WOW!!!!! Great job MAX!!!
navywife1977 3 years ago
way coool max! cute pup too
santasxgirlfriend 3 years ago
Go Max, this made my day : ) That is impressive. How cute.
He is amazing.
FriscoF7 3 years ago
This is cool :)
Sam X
051054601 3 years ago
cute.not bad!
yakaroo 3 years ago
Just saw this again - in related videos. Max is really super - is he in tap classes yet? Would like to know how he's doing. And what about that cute sister! She's all that!!
villamira 3 years ago
So he may not be doing perfect tap... so what? Look at how much fun he's obviously having. That should be good enough for you folks.
missmaestoso 3 years ago 2
Max looks pretty enthused. Tap shoes are damn fun!
I love the part just before 1:00 where he and the music abruptly stop. Is Happy Feet a favorite movie in your house?
mightymurid 3 years ago
lol, one of many! Thanx for the positive feed back!
queenaugust 3 years ago
WOW! Max can bust a move better than most people I know! I don't have the patience to learn to tap...GO MAX!!
jillypie 3 years ago
Great job with the tap dancing!!!!
adstargel 3 years ago
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Everyone said autistic kids cant dance, they just wiggle around stupidly like the little retard kid in the video. And if he gets into dance class then im going to the olympics
ottogaprolyat 3 years ago
Instead of making it your goal in life to browse videos and make rude comments, maybe you can do something constructive, liking being kindhearted. A bad attitude will bring a sad, unfullfing life. Don't you want better!?
jkramsky 3 years ago
How dare you! He's just a little boy with autism, who loves to dance, draw, and play baseball. He is NOT retarded, nor is he just "wiggling around." What do you have going for you, besides attacking videos of kids you find online? You could learn a lot from this boy--who is sweet, and funny and one of the kindest souls on this planet. Unlike you with your mean spirit and judgmental attitude. Grow up and leave innocent kids alone!
jamiet03 3 years ago
Even "normal" kids dance like this! They get excited and play, that's what they are supposed to do! D-Bag!
thespera 3 years ago
it's obvious you don't know what you're talking about! This little guy really can dance. FYI - Albert Einstein was autistic and I think he may be just a bit smarter than you.......
villamira 3 years ago
he had aspergers
ottogaprolyat 3 years ago
oh, so you know about autism? Well, less than 25% autistic kids are retarded. Most of them have other gifts that we can't even imagine. Check out (on utube) the Human Camera. He is autistic too. Just imagine! We all have the potential to use that part of our brain, but it's blocked off. Autistic people are missing something common to us, but it doesn't mean they are not as good as us, just different! I hope you will consider that next time you think about leaving such a hurtful comment. Peace!
villamira 3 years ago 2
tap on max
ridreb 4 years ago 4
Applause Applause Max!!! and sissy doing the worm back there... lol. Way to go queenaugust!
wiscsuzski 4 years ago 2
Great job Max I wish I could dance like that! I have to show my grandkids this :0) God blessed him with this talent show him off mom of course if Max wants. :)
one4cat 4 years ago 2
Way to go MAX!! You all must be very proud.
kair2watch 4 years ago 2
Go MAX!! Get that kid in classes! He is a star!
jkramsky 4 years ago 3
nope, I'm goin' to home depot to buy him a square of pergo bby!
queenaugust 4 years ago
There go your hardwood floors! :P But look at that kid go! I'm the most proud aunt EVER.
jamiet03 4 years ago 3