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Zonderkidz Biography

4 total works

Cover of Gifted Hands, Kids Edition: The Ben Carson Story

From Inner-City Nobody to Brilliant Neurosurgeon

When Ben Carson was in school, his classmates called him the class dummy. Many-including Ben himself-doubted that he would ever amount to anything. But his mother never let him quit. She encouraged Ben to do better and reach higher for his dreams, and eventually he discovered a deep love of learning. Today this young boy from the inner-city is one of the world's greatest pediatric neurosurgeons. Through determination and lot of hard work, Ben overcame his many obstacles and is now dedicated to saving the lives of critically ill children around the world.

Cover of Gifted Hands, Revised Kids Edition

Cover of The Admiral

The Admiral

by Gregg Lewis and Deborah Shaw Lewis

Published 18 September 2012

Disciplined Life, Determined Athlete, Devoted Christian

Kids will be inspired by the compelling story of David “The Admiral” Robinson, who went from the Navy to the NBA, becoming MVP center for the San Antonio Spurs. When David Robinson became MVP center for the San Antonio Spurs, he seemed to have it all—fame, success, wealth, and a wonderful family—but he didn’t feel complete until he found his faith. This is the true story of one man’s disciplined life, how he excelled in academics and sports, and who isn’t afraid to share his utter devotion to God.

Cover of Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story
Learn the inspiring true story of an angry inner-city boy grew up to become one of the world's greatest neurosurgeons. Many had given up on Ben, including himself, but his mother never did. She encouraged him to do better and reach higher for his dreams. Kids will learn how anything is possible with faith and determination. Photographs of Ben and his family are placed throughout the text.