Dr. Ben Carson: Presidential Medal of Freedom Award Winner
At the start of each school year my husband reads a biography of Dr. Ben Carson to his 5th students.
The kids are taken on a journey of a young Ben Carson who was at the bottom of the barrel in his class. He was nicknamed "the class dummy". Coupled with a terrible temper, this was not a recipe for success. Through the help of a strong mother with a 3rd grade education, his attitude changed.
Sonya Carson required Ben and his brother Curtis, to read two books a week and complete a book report to boot. She told Ben to memorize his times tables. He did, through the 12's.
He also got glasses which focused his entire world. He became a voracious reader.
So how did he do this go from "class dummy", to Yale, and then on to John Hopkins?
Today he is the Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery at John Hopkins hospital.
From his book, Think Big- My husband's students memorize Dr. Carson's acronym for personal success.
T-Talent: We are all born with it.
H- honesty: Live it!
I-insight: Look for new ways to see life
N-nice: treat people with kindness and respect
K-knowledge: Get an education
B- books: Read, Read, Read!
I-indepth: Dig deeper into your passion.
G-God: Spirituality in the creator
We were privileged to hear Dr. Carson speak at a fund raiser. He is a gentle man with a powerful message.
What an incredible role model for today's youth and for any adult who wants more out of life.
Kelly Wissink
The kids are taken on a journey of a young Ben Carson who was at the bottom of the barrel in his class. He was nicknamed "the class dummy". Coupled with a terrible temper, this was not a recipe for success. Through the help of a strong mother with a 3rd grade education, his attitude changed.
Sonya Carson required Ben and his brother Curtis, to read two books a week and complete a book report to boot. She told Ben to memorize his times tables. He did, through the 12's.
He also got glasses which focused his entire world. He became a voracious reader.
So how did he do this go from "class dummy", to Yale, and then on to John Hopkins?
Today he is the Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery at John Hopkins hospital.
From his book, Think Big- My husband's students memorize Dr. Carson's acronym for personal success.
T-Talent: We are all born with it.
H- honesty: Live it!
I-insight: Look for new ways to see life
N-nice: treat people with kindness and respect
K-knowledge: Get an education
B- books: Read, Read, Read!
I-indepth: Dig deeper into your passion.
G-God: Spirituality in the creator
We were privileged to hear Dr. Carson speak at a fund raiser. He is a gentle man with a powerful message.
What an incredible role model for today's youth and for any adult who wants more out of life.
Kelly Wissink
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- A pediatric neurosurgeon of world-renown, and a mentor to countless individuals of all ages, Benjamin S. Carson, Sr., M.D., carries with him his message of hope for and faith in the human spirit and the remarkable ability of the human brain. To all who say that circumstances in their lives have made personal success impossible, Dr. Carson, director of pediatric neurosurgery at the Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, is living proof that perseverance, prayer, and self-respect, combined with a devotion to acquiring knowledge, can overcome any obstacles in one's way.
- Johns Hopkins | Neurology & Neurosurgery :: Dr. Benjamin Carson
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Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery
Co-Director of the Johns Hopkins Craniofacial Center. Professor of Neurological Surgery, Oncology, Plastic Surgery and Pediatrics. - Benjamin Carson Biography -- Academy of Achievement
- Benjamin Carson was born in Detroit, Michigan. His mother Sonya had dropped out of school in the third grade, and married when she was only 13. When Benjamin Carson was only eight, his parents divorced, and Mrs. Carson was left to raise Benjamin and his older brother Curtis on her own. She worked at two, sometimes three, jobs at a time to provide for her boys.
Benjamin and his brother fell farther and farther behind in school. In fifth grade, Carson was at the bottom of his class. His classmates called him "dummy" and he developed a violent, uncontrollable temper. - Dr. Benjamin S. Carson
- The story of Ben Carson is the stuff of dreams. He went from a life of destitution and and underachievement to becoming a gifted surgeon and dedicating his life to the service of others. Because of his work as a neurosurgeon, Ben Carson has become a lifesaving hero for thousands of people.
- Movies on TNT - Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story - About the Movie
- A frustrated young boy with problems in school overcomes the obstacles in his life to become a world-renowned neurosurgeon in the new TNT Original movie GIFTED HANDS: THE BEN CARSON STORY. Stars Oscar winner Cuba Gooding.
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Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story
Amazon Price: $6.99 (as of 11/29/2009) 
Take the Risk: Learning to Identify, Choose, and Live with Acceptable Risk
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Think Big: Unleashing Your Potential for Excellence
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Dr. Benjamin S. Carson, Sr, M.D.. (born 18 September, 1951) is an American neurosurgeon and the Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital. He was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2008.
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- poutine poutine Feb 27, 2009 @ 10:17 am
- I developped a strong admiration for Dr. Carson after reading his
book "Gifted Hands" years ago.
This is a wonderful tribute to Dr. Carson.
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- Cajean Cajean Feb 10, 2009 @ 9:22 pm
- I think Dr. Carson is a wonderful man and a great role model for boys and young men today. His humility, wisdom, generosity, and godly example speak volumes about his integrity. I've read all of his books, seen his documentary, read his biography at our afterschool program to elementary students, and have most recently seen the nicely done TNT movie. We sure need many more strong, yet meek, men like Dr. Carson.
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- brendaheisler brendaheisler Jan 30, 2009 @ 6:51 am
- I heard Dr. Carson speak at Star Commonwealth in Albion, Michigan several years ago. He was the keynote speaker at Founder's Day. What an excellent speech! I was able to met him and bought his book - Think Big. I've also seen him on TV medical documentaries. He is very soft spoken and down to earth. A true American hero and an inspiration to all.
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