Rose Center Anniversary Video Contest - Space is Awesome

http://amnh.org/rc10

A pint-sized (or Pluto-sized) astrophysicist shares some of the things on his mind.

• Category

  Film & Animation

[rotinisha]

I spent most of yesterday in tears because of the recent buzz about Amy Chua, and her article which evoked terrible memories from my own life. Then I found your video linked on a forum. You are a wonderful reminder that parents can adore their children, can learn with them, and can inspire them to be brilliant in pursuing their natural interests. Thank you.

[onesleekblackcat]

What a sweet thing to say! The truth is, Ike is an easy canvas to work with: intelligent, kind, creative, fun. He may not grow up to be a scientist--or for that matter a pro wrestler, jam connoisseur, or Batman--but I hope he'll know that he is wonderful as he is. 

[Skaarjguy]

This kid knows more about space than I did at 10 years old (I'm 17 now).

[onesleekblackcat]

He knows more than I did at 31!

[onesleekblackcat]

Thanks so much to everyone for your positive comments. I made this video not to show what small people can learn, but to celebrate what we can learn from small people. The interests and individuality of children should be cherished; the more we do that, the more we grow with them.

Aleigh

[tackcatta]

That kid has some fantastic potential. I wish I had had an encouraging parent like you. I wanted to be an astronomer as a child and asked for a telescope every year -- nope, I got barbies instead (ew).

[gelliedavid]

:D

[shoshanq]

You are an incredible parent with a brilliant child. Start planning your trip to Stockholm.

[maultx]

that is one incredible

presentation!

BRAVO!

[stillstandin4you]

wow awesome kid interested in a awesome field - he is to cool

[Lithiumz]

"I love black whores". Oh god.