Think Big

In a world that is full of "the Simpsons", Xbox, and many so-called intellectual programs on television, people seldom rest their concentration on books.

In "think big", the worldwide-celebrated pediatric neurosurgeon, a bestselling author of "gifted hands", and a father of three sons, Dr. Ben Carson stresses the importance of learning through reading, and urges people at all ages to discover their God-given talents to unlock the door to the promising land.

Best of all, Dr. Carson acknowledges God in his successes, gives down-to-earth practical advices to all ages. It's an inspiring eye-opener for all educators and parents; and the simplicity of well-written concept definitely makes it a great gift for your teenagers.

Selected quotes

"We don't have to explain miracles; all we have to do is to accept them"

"Knowledge is the key that unlocks all the doors. You can be green-skinned with yellow polka dots and come from Mars, but if you have knowledge that people need, instead of beating you, they'll beat a path to your door."

"If we commit ourselves to reading, thus increase our knowledge, only God limits how far we can go in this world."

Interesting links

Ben Carson Yale University Book Club

http://www.yale.edu/onhsa/carson.htm

More about Dr. Ben Carson at the Johns Hopkins Medicine

http://www.neuro.jhmi.edu/profiles/carson.html

Dr. Ben Carson.Com

http://www.drbencarson.com/bookclubs-body.html

The Carson reading project

http://www.hallscrossroads.org/carsonreading.htm

By Alice Tiankaizi Bi, Jan. 2006