We all aspire to be someone in life. Mostly, it’s our idols that we follow. Kids these days are exposed to all kinds of information through the internet. However, on average, most kids get attracted to things that are popular or flashy. Their parents have to make them learn about famous people beyond popular culture and cinema who have contributed in an exceptional way to the betterment of mankind, humanity, or society at large. Ignite Pad has compiled a list of few famous personalities who would inspire your kids tremendously.
1. Thomas Alva Edison
Thomas Alva Edison is the most popular inventor ever because he invented the most useful thing in the world that kids use daily, the incandescent light bulb or simply the bulb, besides many other great inventions. Do you know he also invented film cameras? His life story is quite interesting and inspirational for kids. The patience and consistency in their work that the scientists show are unparalleled.
2. Sir Isaac Newton
Sir Isaac Newton is one of the most famous physicists who was also an astronomer, mathematician, theologian, and author. He is liked by many kids because of the story of the falling apple. Though kids are too young to understand his theory of gravitation they all love to listen to the story of how he was taking a stroll in his garden when he glanced upon a falling apple and wondered what made it fall to the ground. This is how even very young kids talk about ‘gravity.’
3. William Shakespeare
Children who love English literature and love to read and write cannot help stay away from the influence of William Shakespeare the greatest playwright, actor, and poet of all times. At least once in their young life kids come across his plays or stories of Romeo and Juliet.
4. Rabindranath Tagore
Rabindranath Tagore can be called the Indian version of William Shakespeare but he has a lot more to offer and inspire because he was involved with music and Indian culture too. The legendary poet, composer, writer, philosopher, playwright, social reformer, and painter inspires kids because of his determination and hard work. Kids would be excited to learn that our national anthem ‘jana gana mana...’ is written by Rabindranath Tagore.
5. Steve Jobs
Steve Jobs was a business magnate from America. He had many feathers in his cap but he is revered and remembered for being the co-founder of Apple Inc. Kids today are fascinated by smartphones and various apps. Jobs’ story is full of twists and twirls. After he was born he was put up for adoption. There is so much to learn from his life and get inspired. He is also recognized as a pioneer of the personal computer revolution that took place during the 70s and 80s along with his other colleagues.
6. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was the 11th President of India who served the nation from 2002 to 2007. He was the most loved President of the country because of his humble nature, intellect, and friendly attitude towards students and kids. He inspires many kids.
7. Mark Zuckerberg
In the age of online socializing through social media platforms, who would not get influenced by Mark Zuckerberg? The internet entrepreneur is best known for co-founding Facebook, Inc. The chairman of Facebook also serves as its chief executive officer. The young entrepreneur’s life offers a lot of takeaways that would come in handy in life for kids of all ages.
8. Kalpana Chawla
Kids already know Kalpana Chawla as she is the first woman of Indian origin to go to space. The astronaut has a very inspiring story of how she made it to NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration, USA) coming from a small town called Karnal in Haryana. She went to space in Space Shuttle Columbia with six other crew members.
9. Mother Teresa
If there is any personality who teaches love and compassion to kids the most, then it is Mother Teresa. She was a nun and missionary. How the Albanian woman embraced India and served its people during the critical times is inspirational for kids.
10. Sir C. V. Raman
The Nobel Prize-winning physicist Sir C. V. Raman was born in Tamil Nadu. It is surprising as well as encouraging to learn that he passed his matriculation at the tender age of 11. His life has lots of motivational moments and interesting stories for kids.
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