wtg. Don't even pay any attention to the haters out there. My 22 month old is reading sentences also. It is nice to see other parents investing in their children as well.
Of course this boy is "really reading!" All young children can read if given the opportunity, big kudos to the parents for taking the time!!! And well done to this little sweetie.
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began reading properly, but a little bit more slower. We must not mistake a child's memorizing capacity to reading, it may seem like they are reading. Try giving him a brand new book, he may be much slower.
@neveremailme Agreed. I'm sure if they gave him a new book he would not be able to "read" it. I have seen many young children memorize a book before! It sounds like he doesn't really even know the words, he is imitating the sounds that he has heard read to him.
No offense, but my child began reading for real at 3. When she was 2 years and 3 months old, she began "reading", but actually we realized she memorized the arrangement of words instead of reading. So if you purposely rearrange the spelling of "friend" to "freidn" she still recognizes it as "friend" and missing vowels are also not a prob. From the way this boy is reading, he is more vomiting the recognized words because u probably have made him read that book more than twice. But at 3, she ...
Just because he is capable of reading at the age of 2 years old doesn't mean he is genius. I have a seen many young children who can speak fluently and logically and but when they are old enough to go to high school or college, they are no different than the average student
I have I.Q of 105, that puts me about what could be called A grade material in America. It's extreamly rare, but it's hard to belive the average is only 100 when I seem to shine out above everyone I meet. Don't belive these idiots who say they have anything higher than 110(which in school would be very intelligent, the sort of person who can do mathamatics or solve riddles instantly): You're not going to see a guy with 170 i.q wasting his time on youtube, and that puts the genius in porportion.
I also can say that the kid at age 2 or close to 3, can remember memories of happy life or bad life not all but few, say 2-4 times. Its possible for kids. I can remember my very first kindergarten and there was a boy who always chewed gums, but his gums got taken away by teachers. Also they always put me first to sleep in the crib bed before others. There were green apples by the back of the building, i used to eat them. Now i don't, i hate bitter stuffs.
Proud parents are often blinded. Your child is not a genius, if you read to any child when they are a baby they will soon learn to read themselves. My parents read to me when I was a baby and I could read by the time I was two, as well as write my name and some simple words. And I am not a genius I'm just normal :P
@jrm33lover me too o__o. I also could draw some things better than other kids at the age of 3. Such as tree with many leaves, flowers, grass, etc. =] but it didn't mean i wasn't a genius or anything. I was just normal kid that liked to learn new things xD. Its good to teach children to read at such young age. Write and count. Motivate them to learn new things, and make them understand why its important. By the time they are a 1st grader, they will be a straight A student.
What a Nice video! he reminds me of my son who's also unable to read. Sorry to bring this up but your beautiful child isn't reading at all, Just making noises. I feel as if you are somewhat disillusioned by saying he's a Genius. further more you state that Eric has just turned 2, the title clearly reads 28 months - by my maths that's two and one third years of age, hardly "just turned". Amazing how middle classed parents feel pressured into this belief, nonetheless he's no doubt a great Kid! .
You've read 1100 books with him, that has nothing to do with someone being a genius, it's called repetitive learning. I learned reading on my own when I was 4, my parents didn't encourage me, I learned English when I was 6 by watching television and reading the Swedish translation. My IQ is 167, and I'm 11.
uhm, "mild genius" is marked commonly at the 130 IQ-range. this woman's voice is very similar to my mom's btw, but I guess many women has the same sort of voice, I've noticed.
All kinds of kids develop skills at different times. I think you son is a sweetie and so very bright. It's not the only marker of a smart child. That's not the point. Is the child happy and engaged in life? looks like it to me.
Well, I was unable to read untill school. But its make me any stupider? No, I begin read to such speeds and hard books, like 1 class student reading 9 class astronomy book, but sadly. My fathers didint support this, like writing, painting and etc... Then its was important to me...
Now abaut girl. Like noticed: here are several types of brains. Ones works normaly only, then you have over 22 years (Einstein) and begin to be corious for knowalgde only later (Thomas Edisonas), some evovle at
Goes to show that early reading does not make one a genius. Also, there is some evidence that early reading might be bad for brain development (and I'm not just referring to your post)...This is discussed in "The Hurried Child".
Of course its bad, he may be reading, but there are other things that he isn't developing because of the reading, things that are way more important to a kid his age.
Have you ever taken into account that parents aren't exactly MODEST about their children? All parent, even if the kid is autistic, the parents think the kid is a genius.
I am a very good reader with comprehension and reading skills that fall into the "gifted" category. I took the SAT and now I'm getting an award getting above-average scores in reading and writing. I'm very happy I took the test, even if the math makes my brain hurt. (Math is not my strong suit!) But the reading and writing sections were... easy. 0_o Which is kind of weird, because I was only 12 when I took the test.
That boy is learning very fast, though! He's going to do very well in school.
He's not necessarily AMAZING. I was reading at almost two and I was reading second grade material. Just be sure to get him in the best program possible if he actually turns out to be gifted. It's very important. My parents declined our township's gifted programs because they thought I wasn't emotionally and socially ready. I slipped through the cracks. Don't let him do the same.
i learned to read before icould hold an actual conversation ant 1 1/2 years old this is definitely possible dont doubt people just because you couldnt accomplish what they did
yeah her finger is on top of the words and this GENIUS reads right through her finger. Ill bet he cant read anything but he just repeats words like a parrot.
please gimme a break the mother read it 100000 times and he is just repeating what she said. I bet if I gave him a book he wouldnt be able to read shit
They could have easily learned him that text by heart... Besides, a lot of children could learn this with the proper training. I learned reading at age 4 by myself, and I'm certainly no genius.
It is quite normal, children do remember the text what others utter and they also remember pictures then correlate them - they actually do not read them but speak what they have remembered
Chill out guys, he is obviously a very bright child and if you claim that yours is smarter then
so be it, good for you. There is no need to criticize or put him and his parents down. Picking fights shows that you're more immature than the infant himself.
My 24 month old has memorized 4 to 5 books she wants to read over and over again. She has memorized what the words are on the pages and tricks people all the time that she is reading by flipping throw the book and reciting it as she goes.
I really don't like parents who make videos like this and then upload them to show them, like in a circus or something... but! in these parents defense i have to say it is a "special" thing what this child does.
Maybe he just memorized the words, and it doesn't mean he is a genius, but you can't say "this is so normal".
Now, when your son says "you keep reading", you keep reading and give him a break.
Stop being "so proud" of your sons inteligence, and be parents that he can be later proud of.
I agree about the circus thing. But sometimes that is the only interesting thing going on in their lives to show. Raising kids is not exactly glamorous, and you spend so much time with them that you get excited when they do something cool (instead of the normal stuff like mess things up, cry, and go to the bathroom, haha...).
I can't understand what he is saying, so therefore I don't feel it is reading. JMO. My daughter, at 2, could memorize books. It's not that she is smart and can read, she just has a very good memory.
What is wrong with these people on here berating his parents for valuing education. This child is 28 MONTHS OLD AND READING!!!! There is nothing negative about it. This is simply awesome!
I could be wrong. But i would say the parents are pushing him way to hard. If that's the case it's sad, because those children wind up having severe social disorders.
PLEASE PARENTS DO NOT OVER LOAD YOUR KIDS AT AN EARLY AGE. FOR SOME PARENTS IT'S A VERY VERY SELFISH THING TO DO, BECAUSE THEY ARE USUALLY DOING IT FOR THEIR OWN SELFISH REASONS AND NOT FOR THE CHILD.
Different children develop differently. Some walk faster, some read faster, and some become fussy early. Remember, life is a journey, not a destination.
Haha, Einstein was by NO means retarded. He was merely in deep thought for a large quantity of his childhood, leading to a remarkable mental competence. No negativity to this kid though, he's already a child prodigy.
omg thats amazing!!!!most 2 year olds can barley talk!!!hes gonna be a total genious when he grows up!!!i can tell he is reading but it sort of sounds lik a differnt language but i can understand some parts but still thats amazing for a 2 year old!
the genius of a man is the ability to see things in a totally different aspect than the vernacular concept. any one can become genius through self taught and discipline. anything someone else brain can do you can do trough determination.
I wish people could encourage their children to reach their potential without poeple accusing them of turning their kid into a disfunctional genius. I appluad the mother in this video
Spending time with your young child and teaching them to read is a great thing! At this age learning is very fun and doing anything with you mom or dad is very fun. Children have more potentiall than what adults usually assume they do. Parents who push their kids too much should feel ashame, but there is absolutely nothing wrong with teaching your kid that reading and learning is very fun.
obviously you dont know what a genius is. like what nicunurse1 said, being able to do what eric is doing, is common for kids. to put it in other words, some parents would think that their child has a learning disability when their kids learn slower compared to those of the same age. however, they fail to comprehand that all kids have different stages when it comes to being " a smart kid". you can check up on a experiment done by derren brown on youtube.
My little brother did the smae thing as well as several kids I know and at younger ages. The doctors/teachers says its mostly memorization of books they have had read to them. Some kids can do it after hearing it once others take more time. It is a sign of intelligence, but isnt a sign of genius.
Because they are so damaged by the fear, scorn, hatred, and repression of people who do not care to try to understand them. Please, stay away from children. Any child with any unusual interest or talent would be destroyed by a person like you.
I wouldn't pressure him to be gifted. I am not saying that he isn't, but parents who push their children too far to see something they want to see, even if it's not there can seriously damage the child. And spending so much time with him will cripple him emotionally - he might be a genius but he might have absolutely no idea on social communication.
Stop making him read books and throw him in the real world. I'm sure you'd rather him be a functional average person then a dysfunctional genius.
"Pressure him to be gifted?" What a bitter, jealous comment. If it makes you feel better to think that anyone whose kid develops in any way faster than your own is "hurting" their kids, fine. But it just makes you pathetic.
Their reading to him and being good parents was in no was sufficient, but it was necessary to his precocity. He is clearly having a fun time--and parents of smart kids deserve to brag, too.
I could draw stick figures when I was two.. People wouldn't consider that genius, but really, how many two year-olds can draw comprehendable pictures of their family? I could. I never got into reading and such but I excel in science and as you would expect I can draw very well.
I cant believe ppl are flaming this vid. Who cares if he's reading a small book, it is still VERY impressive. And it is easy to SAY you were reading when you were 1 and a half, but really, could you? HES TWO YEARS OLD! YOU PPL ARE TRYING TO MAKE A TWO YEAR OLD KID LOOK BAD! GET OVER YOURSELVES!
And besides, I can't understand what he is saying. Or what the words are. He could just be babbling in useless prattle. I know a lot of two year olds that sit down with a book and start babbling.
i could read when i was two, but it was just that i memorized how words looked instead of sounding them out. i still do it to this day, it makes me a fast reader, but i can't pronounce words i've never seen before.
Your boy probably is hyperlexic, doesnt mean that he HAS autism as some of the comments say. But if it turns out he is autistic, i wouldnt be surprised. Autism is a spectrum disorder, so you can have just a 'tiny bit' or a whole lot and obviously this child is very bright. i have a question for the proud dad: why have you not answered any of the questions or acknowledged any comments on here? Its actually kind of rude and suggests that you put this vid up just for compliments.
I beg everyone to stop using the words 'gifted' and 'genius' This child is not gifted. His parents took every early childhood development step they were supposed to and got a properly developed child. This is where children are SUPPOSED to be at his age. The reason everyone thinks he's amazing is because the average child's brain has not had any chance to develop because of lazy or stupid parenting. I hope one day kids can improve back up to this level.
I totally agree. What we have to do is encourage kids. My daughter can read words in three languages and has done so since she was months old. I taught her.
your child really is a gifted one. Although some children can read at age 2, I've never seen one that can read as fluidly as your son. Congratulations on having this amazing child.. and good luck with your future.
Please make sure you inform yourself fully about the impact of giftedness. If your child senses that he is only or mostly admired for what feats he can accomplish he may always feel he has to strive for perfection in order to please you! Too much focus in our society lies on accomplishment and competition and far too little on accepting children for who they are.
The most important thing you can do for your gifted child is to allow him to be who he wants to be, even if it means he does not want to pursue a prestigious career! Guiding him socially and emotionally will give him a much better chance at a contented life than mere focus on academic abilities!
I wish you lots of strength and luck as it is hard to raise a gifted child, especially one as gifted as yours appears to be! He may feel like an outsider in this world very early on which can leave him very lonely. It is not unusual for gifted kids, especially the highly and profoundly gifted ones to become depressed and even suicidal.
Bravo! Keep developing your musical and mathematical genius. You might consider home schooling as a viable option when he's older. I did, and you can see from our video why I'm a proud dad too.
wtg. Don't even pay any attention to the haters out there. My 22 month old is reading sentences also. It is nice to see other parents investing in their children as well.
jolynnjane 1 week ago
I can't understand him at all :(
MiaMccB 4 months ago
Of course this boy is "really reading!" All young children can read if given the opportunity, big kudos to the parents for taking the time!!! And well done to this little sweetie.
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juliusengel 4 months ago
began reading properly, but a little bit more slower. We must not mistake a child's memorizing capacity to reading, it may seem like they are reading. Try giving him a brand new book, he may be much slower.
neveremailme 8 months ago
@neveremailme Agreed. I'm sure if they gave him a new book he would not be able to "read" it. I have seen many young children memorize a book before!
Penelope1261 8 months ago
@neveremailme Agreed. I'm sure if they gave him a new book he would not be able to "read" it. I have seen many young children memorize a book before! It sounds like he doesn't really even know the words, he is imitating the sounds that he has heard read to him.
Penelope1261 8 months ago
No offense, but my child began reading for real at 3. When she was 2 years and 3 months old, she began "reading", but actually we realized she memorized the arrangement of words instead of reading. So if you purposely rearrange the spelling of "friend" to "freidn" she still recognizes it as "friend" and missing vowels are also not a prob. From the way this boy is reading, he is more vomiting the recognized words because u probably have made him read that book more than twice. But at 3, she ...
neveremailme 8 months ago
Just because he is capable of reading at the age of 2 years old doesn't mean he is genius. I have a seen many young children who can speak fluently and logically and but when they are old enough to go to high school or college, they are no different than the average student
zanpaktuh 10 months ago
Haha, whats this....Chinese!!!
ThePhillipsBros 11 months ago
is this legit|?
stereolovelexx 1 year ago
I have I.Q of 105, that puts me about what could be called A grade material in America. It's extreamly rare, but it's hard to belive the average is only 100 when I seem to shine out above everyone I meet. Don't belive these idiots who say they have anything higher than 110(which in school would be very intelligent, the sort of person who can do mathamatics or solve riddles instantly): You're not going to see a guy with 170 i.q wasting his time on youtube, and that puts the genius in porportion.
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WRiFoxxx 1 year ago
@Trollz0Be0Trollin 105 is a rare I.Q in America?at my school where i'm in ninth grade that's the average btw i'm from the caribbean not the U.S
Ipwnu2death268 1 year ago
@Ipwnu2death268 105 is around 123 on a mensa scale and just over 130 on an average scale.
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Trollz0Be0Trollin 1 year ago
I also can say that the kid at age 2 or close to 3, can remember memories of happy life or bad life not all but few, say 2-4 times. Its possible for kids. I can remember my very first kindergarten and there was a boy who always chewed gums, but his gums got taken away by teachers. Also they always put me first to sleep in the crib bed before others. There were green apples by the back of the building, i used to eat them. Now i don't, i hate bitter stuffs.
Vikusha07 1 year ago
@proudestdad has he read this book before, or memorized it?
soccergirl8xo 1 year ago 2
lol it looks like he's reading out loud Japanese to me. True.
ieBrazil 1 year ago
I can read way I mean WAY faster than this.
Nugwrangler 1 year ago
@Nugwrangler I would hope so.
sareenagreen2010 1 year ago
@sareenagreen2010 :)
Nugwrangler 1 year ago
Why didnt you jsut say 2... Saying 28 months just maked him seem younger than he really is
JumpingYuma 1 year ago 2
Proud parents are often blinded. Your child is not a genius, if you read to any child when they are a baby they will soon learn to read themselves. My parents read to me when I was a baby and I could read by the time I was two, as well as write my name and some simple words. And I am not a genius I'm just normal :P
jrm33lover 1 year ago
@jrm33lover me too o__o. I also could draw some things better than other kids at the age of 3. Such as tree with many leaves, flowers, grass, etc. =] but it didn't mean i wasn't a genius or anything. I was just normal kid that liked to learn new things xD. Its good to teach children to read at such young age. Write and count. Motivate them to learn new things, and make them understand why its important. By the time they are a 1st grader, they will be a straight A student.
Vikusha07 1 year ago
What a Nice video! he reminds me of my son who's also unable to read. Sorry to bring this up but your beautiful child isn't reading at all, Just making noises. I feel as if you are somewhat disillusioned by saying he's a Genius. further more you state that Eric has just turned 2, the title clearly reads 28 months - by my maths that's two and one third years of age, hardly "just turned". Amazing how middle classed parents feel pressured into this belief, nonetheless he's no doubt a great Kid! .
MrPeterHoney 1 year ago
@MrPeterHoney He's not making noises, he's reading.of course it's not perfect language, he's a toddler.
sareenagreen2010 1 year ago
what is he saying ?
mobspeak 1 year ago
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mobspeak 1 year ago
Amazing!!!
God bless ur child! (:
inkasanrushipla 1 year ago
thats not a genius
ThaDK00 1 year ago
absolutely amazing!!!!
zahraafricangrey 1 year ago
You've read 1100 books with him, that has nothing to do with someone being a genius, it's called repetitive learning. I learned reading on my own when I was 4, my parents didn't encourage me, I learned English when I was 6 by watching television and reading the Swedish translation. My IQ is 167, and I'm 11.
K4inan 1 year ago
@K4inan you are 11? why then does your profile say you are 24?
mobspeak 1 year ago
Cute video, click on my name to read some more, from an author
william2233 1 year ago
maybe you guys should read him more than one book lmao
xLuizGsa 2 years ago 4
LOL @ genius! He is very sweet though.
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FanajiQidodu 2 years ago
gifted but you can't say he is a genius=) he might be but i highly doubt it=P
00Avenger17 2 years ago
how many times has this book been read to him.that is th e secret folks
KDevine53 2 years ago 3
so? i learnt @ two and a half. wait,he's just 2...aahhhh! he beat me! waaah....
but my writing sucked,i learnt 2 write properly @ five
Erika236 2 years ago
You guys have to learn the diference between "gifted", and "genius".
xyugi0007 2 years ago 2
uhm, "mild genius" is marked commonly at the 130 IQ-range. this woman's voice is very similar to my mom's btw, but I guess many women has the same sort of voice, I've noticed.
mads18 2 years ago
he's very smart and cute
fercha90s 2 years ago
All kinds of kids develop skills at different times. I think you son is a sweetie and so very bright. It's not the only marker of a smart child. That's not the point. Is the child happy and engaged in life? looks like it to me.
mikathemighty 2 years ago 2
aw so cute lol and holy crap
Lachy314 2 years ago
soo cute:)!!
sp0ngcl0ng 2 years ago
awwh, he would be an excellent audio book narrator,
drjohnny89 2 years ago
lol
MurderEU 2 years ago
dude speach is just not physically develloped, ur apparantly not the smartest. unlike this kid..
gj kid
hans84lr 2 years ago
wow, teach him how to talk. AT LEAST
sclyfes1212 2 years ago
Maybe he can read, just too bad he can't talk.
AStealthyRust 2 years ago
thats so awesome, i want him to read a book for me, as a audiobook.
budbrother 2 years ago
to thou9009: You are right.
REgamesplayer 2 years ago
maybe he just know this book so well...
I´ve seen like this.
roxerka 2 years ago 3
childhood.
REgamesplayer 2 years ago
Well, I was unable to read untill school. But its make me any stupider? No, I begin read to such speeds and hard books, like 1 class student reading 9 class astronomy book, but sadly. My fathers didint support this, like writing, painting and etc... Then its was important to me...
Now abaut girl. Like noticed: here are several types of brains. Ones works normaly only, then you have over 22 years (Einstein) and begin to be corious for knowalgde only later (Thomas Edisonas), some evovle at
REgamesplayer 2 years ago
I hope you are talking about Lithuanian, because your English isn't the best example...
thou9009 2 years ago
i was reading fourth grade material at sixteen months so none of you shouldn't even be talking
sotf9 2 years ago
And even now, your grammar is about that of a fourth grader.
YSFmemories 2 years ago 19
lol
Mubaki 2 years ago
Goes to show that early reading does not make one a genius. Also, there is some evidence that early reading might be bad for brain development (and I'm not just referring to your post)...This is discussed in "The Hurried Child".
thou9009 2 years ago
Or maybe contrary to that, brain development might be bad for early reading ;-)
nickolayer 2 years ago
Of course its bad, he may be reading, but there are other things that he isn't developing because of the reading, things that are way more important to a kid his age.
Drolkin 2 years ago
You must be a public school teacher.. bah!
nhteaparty 2 years ago
my brother read a book when he was younger than that doesnt make him a genius
memgirl24 2 years ago
Have you ever taken into account that parents aren't exactly MODEST about their children? All parent, even if the kid is autistic, the parents think the kid is a genius.
TedMan55 2 years ago
which is a good thing, because if the parents thought the kid was useless then he would have no confidence
afiVSblaqkaudio 2 years ago
he probably just memorized the book. thats what i did when i was little. i could read an entire book about iguanas because it was read to me so much.
hunterjlang1 2 years ago
I am a very good reader with comprehension and reading skills that fall into the "gifted" category. I took the SAT and now I'm getting an award getting above-average scores in reading and writing. I'm very happy I took the test, even if the math makes my brain hurt. (Math is not my strong suit!) But the reading and writing sections were... easy. 0_o Which is kind of weird, because I was only 12 when I took the test.
That boy is learning very fast, though! He's going to do very well in school.
MarowakDidIt 2 years ago
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my nephew is only 1 and a half and he can read harry potter that doesn't make him a genius lmao
u dumb fucking whore braud u must be a jew trying to make your boy who u had with ur father famous
iKingMe 2 years ago
He's not necessarily AMAZING. I was reading at almost two and I was reading second grade material. Just be sure to get him in the best program possible if he actually turns out to be gifted. It's very important. My parents declined our township's gifted programs because they thought I wasn't emotionally and socially ready. I slipped through the cracks. Don't let him do the same.
clambii 2 years ago 23
ripped u unintelligent piece of shit
SNIPEZU 2 years ago
@clambii i really have the same thing!
owendagangsta 1 year ago
@clambii you and me both brother, sucks to feel your gifted in something but being too poor, ever see that episode of the simpsons?
Smock24 1 year ago
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that kid is autistic
tommyjun02 2 years ago
you have fear
nonamist 2 years ago
I learned to read
BritneyDiaries 2 years ago
Dude, I learned to read before that.
I'm no genius. Just very verbal.
Wonkapoo 2 years ago
i learned to read before icould hold an actual conversation ant 1 1/2 years old this is definitely possible dont doubt people just because you couldnt accomplish what they did
rayman961 2 years ago 2
I use to have that book. It was one of my favs
christLive21 2 years ago
yeah her finger is on top of the words and this GENIUS reads right through her finger. Ill bet he cant read anything but he just repeats words like a parrot.
jamesgambino 2 years ago
Nah, kids can learn to read that early. My little sister did; she's gifted, but not actually a genius. She just has a talent for it.
chaoticidealism 2 years ago 2
yea kids can learn to read that young i did and my daughter
cream216 2 years ago 2
there are kids this age who memorize and can read whole holy books...like the koran.....its amazing.....these children are amazing....
jay4457 3 years ago
please gimme a break the mother read it 100000 times and he is just repeating what she said. I bet if I gave him a book he wouldnt be able to read shit
jamesgambino 2 years ago
my sister could do something like that, like she knew words, and could read them, but not that big words.
comediancentralmusli 3 years ago
They could have easily learned him that text by heart... Besides, a lot of children could learn this with the proper training. I learned reading at age 4 by myself, and I'm certainly no genius.
avraks 3 years ago
i pwned that XD i could do that too tho that's pretty good.. i did it without that singing so my parents tell me and that i remember..
qenzaf 3 years ago
It is quite normal, children do remember the text what others utter and they also remember pictures then correlate them - they actually do not read them but speak what they have remembered
trinitrotaulene 3 years ago
this would be awesome if i could undestand him!!
salas47 3 years ago
right there with ya salsa. im glad im not the only one that just heres muttering and screeching!!!!
lmcalla 2 years ago
My kid grew laser beam cannons out of his eyeballs. Beat that.
Leathertoast 3 years ago
Loool !
BeastSlaye1 3 years ago
LOL!
Aboish1981nj 3 years ago
Chill out guys, he is obviously a very bright child and if you claim that yours is smarter then
so be it, good for you. There is no need to criticize or put him and his parents down. Picking fights shows that you're more immature than the infant himself.
Congrats on the kid :)
nahedh 3 years ago
I agree. I think it's wonderful that this kid can do all this.
WakatiUjao 3 years ago
Its a shame your using your son as a tool. Otherwise this would be impressive.
SirElfinBlade 3 years ago
memorized
SasukexSasukex 3 years ago
o ya well my kid was reading in the womb. and he could talk.
nightflypage 3 years ago
Mine graduated fourth grade while he was a fetus.
nahedh 3 years ago
uhhuh
utubehalowa19 3 years ago
post a video once he learns how to speak
Batmanuel0510 3 years ago 4
My 24 month old has memorized 4 to 5 books she wants to read over and over again. She has memorized what the words are on the pages and tricks people all the time that she is reading by flipping throw the book and reciting it as she goes.
binabinacat 3 years ago
that's really creepy and really cool.
DaKrazedKyubizt 3 years ago
I've read Mein Kampf and stuff when I was still in my mom's belly!
SjonnieSherrif 3 years ago
My son was reading at 20 months.
Luvmypets123 3 years ago
I really don't like parents who make videos like this and then upload them to show them, like in a circus or something... but! in these parents defense i have to say it is a "special" thing what this child does.
Maybe he just memorized the words, and it doesn't mean he is a genius, but you can't say "this is so normal".
Now, when your son says "you keep reading", you keep reading and give him a break.
Stop being "so proud" of your sons inteligence, and be parents that he can be later proud of.
singa1982 3 years ago
I agree about the circus thing. But sometimes that is the only interesting thing going on in their lives to show. Raising kids is not exactly glamorous, and you spend so much time with them that you get excited when they do something cool (instead of the normal stuff like mess things up, cry, and go to the bathroom, haha...).
nogreaterlove 3 years ago
I can't understand what he is saying, so therefore I don't feel it is reading. JMO. My daughter, at 2, could memorize books. It's not that she is smart and can read, she just has a very good memory.
hooahwifey214 3 years ago 4
Do u feel your kid seems to be younger when u say 28 months instead of saying 2 year old baby. haha funny..
s3yn3p 3 years ago
sounds like a bunch of babble to me. Why does every parent think their kid is the cutest kid on earth and, of course, a genius.
kobesunset 3 years ago 5
when you have kids, you'll know
TheNileQueen 3 years ago
This is a joke right? Me and my brother could read too when we were 28 months old. Only we read much clearer then him. That's not a genius.
IloveDeiIno 3 years ago
Child Genius - 28 month old reading - no
buhole55 3 years ago 2
These are crystal child supersmart and you guys should respect them, they are coming to save the world
YourFuture2012 3 years ago
What is wrong with these people on here berating his parents for valuing education. This child is 28 MONTHS OLD AND READING!!!! There is nothing negative about it. This is simply awesome!
VIBeachBum 3 years ago
I could be wrong. But i would say the parents are pushing him way to hard. If that's the case it's sad, because those children wind up having severe social disorders.
PLEASE PARENTS DO NOT OVER LOAD YOUR KIDS AT AN EARLY AGE. FOR SOME PARENTS IT'S A VERY VERY SELFISH THING TO DO, BECAUSE THEY ARE USUALLY DOING IT FOR THEIR OWN SELFISH REASONS AND NOT FOR THE CHILD.
dvs1572 3 years ago
dvs1572,
Yes, you're wrong. Listen to the child. His tone is light and happy. This comes naturally to him. Notice NO coaching from the parents.
hannibaul 3 years ago 2
Einstein didn't even speak until he was 4.. so much for your "genius" thoery.
evilsinz 3 years ago
idk if you know this but albert einstein at a young age was mentally retarded, he was like autistic i think.
buhole55 3 years ago
Different children develop differently. Some walk faster, some read faster, and some become fussy early. Remember, life is a journey, not a destination.
ovipconsult 3 years ago
Haha, Einstein was by NO means retarded. He was merely in deep thought for a large quantity of his childhood, leading to a remarkable mental competence. No negativity to this kid though, he's already a child prodigy.
nahedh 3 years ago
Please do not overuse the delicate word "Genius".
Bumblebee602 3 years ago 3
omg thats amazing!!!!most 2 year olds can barley talk!!!hes gonna be a total genious when he grows up!!!i can tell he is reading but it sort of sounds lik a differnt language but i can understand some parts but still thats amazing for a 2 year old!
SunshineProductions9 3 years ago
The genius of man is his ability to make the complicated simple.
1sephiroth8 3 years ago
the genius of a man is the ability to see things in a totally different aspect than the vernacular concept. any one can become genius through self taught and discipline. anything someone else brain can do you can do trough determination.
drizzlenumba1 3 years ago
this is beautiful. people should teach their children so that they have asteady foundation for being successful in the future.
StillxDoll 3 years ago
I wish people could encourage their children to reach their potential without poeple accusing them of turning their kid into a disfunctional genius. I appluad the mother in this video
hikarutakaru 3 years ago
Spending time with your young child and teaching them to read is a great thing! At this age learning is very fun and doing anything with you mom or dad is very fun. Children have more potentiall than what adults usually assume they do. Parents who push their kids too much should feel ashame, but there is absolutely nothing wrong with teaching your kid that reading and learning is very fun.
hikarutakaru 3 years ago
Don't forget to let him a be a little kid.
topsy420 3 years ago 2
Wow :O
Pokemon978IsBackOn 3 years ago
obviously you dont know what a genius is. like what nicunurse1 said, being able to do what eric is doing, is common for kids. to put it in other words, some parents would think that their child has a learning disability when their kids learn slower compared to those of the same age. however, they fail to comprehand that all kids have different stages when it comes to being " a smart kid". you can check up on a experiment done by derren brown on youtube.
cursednicorobin 3 years ago
My little brother did the smae thing as well as several kids I know and at younger ages. The doctors/teachers says its mostly memorization of books they have had read to them. Some kids can do it after hearing it once others take more time. It is a sign of intelligence, but isnt a sign of genius.
nicunurse1 3 years ago
And renember; there are plenty of geniuses pushing brooms in this world. Make sure your son isn't one of them.
ev65 3 years ago
Because they are so damaged by the fear, scorn, hatred, and repression of people who do not care to try to understand them. Please, stay away from children. Any child with any unusual interest or talent would be destroyed by a person like you.
LydiaJoyce 3 years ago
I wouldn't pressure him to be gifted. I am not saying that he isn't, but parents who push their children too far to see something they want to see, even if it's not there can seriously damage the child. And spending so much time with him will cripple him emotionally - he might be a genius but he might have absolutely no idea on social communication.
Stop making him read books and throw him in the real world. I'm sure you'd rather him be a functional average person then a dysfunctional genius.
ev65 3 years ago
"Pressure him to be gifted?" What a bitter, jealous comment. If it makes you feel better to think that anyone whose kid develops in any way faster than your own is "hurting" their kids, fine. But it just makes you pathetic.
Their reading to him and being good parents was in no was sufficient, but it was necessary to his precocity. He is clearly having a fun time--and parents of smart kids deserve to brag, too.
LydiaJoyce 3 years ago
yh well i was riding a bike at the age of 2 weeks, and at 2 months old i was doing perfect butterfly across the english channel
Pipzy1 3 years ago
Awsome!
Klevastion 3 years ago
great job.
ladyxeona 3 years ago
I could draw stick figures when I was two.. People wouldn't consider that genius, but really, how many two year-olds can draw comprehendable pictures of their family? I could. I never got into reading and such but I excel in science and as you would expect I can draw very well.
ClassifiedNerds 3 years ago
Hey!!! I learned to read at 2 also!!! Get him writing at 3, and he'll thank you later LOL
jazzpsalti 3 years ago
I cant believe ppl are flaming this vid. Who cares if he's reading a small book, it is still VERY impressive. And it is easy to SAY you were reading when you were 1 and a half, but really, could you? HES TWO YEARS OLD! YOU PPL ARE TRYING TO MAKE A TWO YEAR OLD KID LOOK BAD! GET OVER YOURSELVES!
teeder444 3 years ago 5
well, some people are just pathetic. no helping it
friszta 3 years ago
You've got a reincarnated Rennaissance man!
That's wonderful that you're feeding him knowledge!:) Hope you've checked with an opthamologist.
alulu8 3 years ago
Oh, let up. These parents are bursting with joy and pride, and their son is advanced for his age. Let them have their joy.
soimcrazy 3 years ago
ok i could read when i was like 1 and a half..i was talking at 6 months..am i a genius too???
fashiondiva0245 3 years ago
And besides, I can't understand what he is saying. Or what the words are. He could just be babbling in useless prattle. I know a lot of two year olds that sit down with a book and start babbling.
jazziesax 3 years ago
lets see him read a long novel
Presstion 3 years ago
wow. mashal allah. god pless him. he is very cute and smart.he need alot of care. take care of him.
xxxxBootyLoverxxxx 3 years ago
I could read in the womb. bwahahahah
robotchicken415 3 years ago
1. i could read not good but i could read when i was 2.
2.my brother could read when i was 1 and like 8-12 months old.
3. Einstain colden't talk before he' was 6-7.
Peonardon 3 years ago
Your child is good at 2, but check this child at 3 who's doing a lot more.
akoito2007 3 years ago
I could read at that age as well...
werle00 3 years ago 2
i could read when i was two, but it was just that i memorized how words looked instead of sounding them out. i still do it to this day, it makes me a fast reader, but i can't pronounce words i've never seen before.
EiriFascination1 3 years ago
Your boy probably is hyperlexic, doesnt mean that he HAS autism as some of the comments say. But if it turns out he is autistic, i wouldnt be surprised. Autism is a spectrum disorder, so you can have just a 'tiny bit' or a whole lot and obviously this child is very bright. i have a question for the proud dad: why have you not answered any of the questions or acknowledged any comments on here? Its actually kind of rude and suggests that you put this vid up just for compliments.
kiwigalore 3 years ago 2
I totally agree with everything you've just said. Don't put up the video if you don't want to have any part in the commentary!
jazziesax 3 years ago
No, no, this kid looks like he loves to read. He does this on his own! Thats awesome!
tetekristen 3 years ago
I beg everyone to stop using the words 'gifted' and 'genius' This child is not gifted. His parents took every early childhood development step they were supposed to and got a properly developed child. This is where children are SUPPOSED to be at his age. The reason everyone thinks he's amazing is because the average child's brain has not had any chance to develop because of lazy or stupid parenting. I hope one day kids can improve back up to this level.
coxyomommasaid 3 years ago
you are so jelaous omg get a life
beaumec242 3 years ago
I totally agree. What we have to do is encourage kids. My daughter can read words in three languages and has done so since she was months old. I taught her.
polyananielsen 3 years ago
your child really is a gifted one. Although some children can read at age 2, I've never seen one that can read as fluidly as your son. Congratulations on having this amazing child.. and good luck with your future.
KuteDragonBabe 3 years ago
ha i could read when i was 2
TimothydrinkzTea 3 years ago
make sure your kid has social skills when he gets older
tinkerbellrox562 3 years ago 2
Please make sure you inform yourself fully about the impact of giftedness. If your child senses that he is only or mostly admired for what feats he can accomplish he may always feel he has to strive for perfection in order to please you! Too much focus in our society lies on accomplishment and competition and far too little on accepting children for who they are.
Sfireblue 3 years ago
The most important thing you can do for your gifted child is to allow him to be who he wants to be, even if it means he does not want to pursue a prestigious career! Guiding him socially and emotionally will give him a much better chance at a contented life than mere focus on academic abilities!
Sfireblue 3 years ago
I wish you lots of strength and luck as it is hard to raise a gifted child, especially one as gifted as yours appears to be! He may feel like an outsider in this world very early on which can leave him very lonely. It is not unusual for gifted kids, especially the highly and profoundly gifted ones to become depressed and even suicidal.
Sfireblue 3 years ago
Yes I agree. What an idiotic and needy parent to put this up on youtube. This is what the word "wanker" was invented for.
Cocolossal 3 years ago
Tuh.....I can to do that......
leinad124 3 years ago
Bravo! Keep developing your musical and mathematical genius. You might consider home schooling as a viable option when he's older. I did, and you can see from our video why I'm a proud dad too.