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Genius in residence

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I read Genius In Residense three years ago. The reason I read the book is because I was in grade school with a little boy by the name of Michael Grost. I lived in Lansing Michigan, attended Cumberland school, and I recall being totally facinated by this extremely intelligent peer. When I was in my teen years, the book was published. I did not get an opportunity to read it at that time. However, I did have a mild curiosity about it. I finally did read it, and I was very much impressed with Ms. Grost's sense of humor, and the book itself was very well written. Raising a gifted child has its own unique challenges. There was media attention the family had to deal with. His teachers had no clue whatsoever as to what to do with a child that was years ahead of his age in intellect. The book is out of print, but for anyone that can locate it at the library or bookstore, it is well worth reading. A final note: Michael Grost was put in charge of helping his classmates with school work. He taught me how to subtract at the tender age of six.

A reading delight. The book is a treasure of insight only a mother could bring to the table. I read it in 1968 as a library check-out. I wish I had sense enough to buy a copy at a bookstore, now that it is out of print. Fascinating acount of a boy genius and his effort to be effectively educated, along with personal vignettes of his early life.

As a gifted student growing up, I was always fascinated with individuals who were noted for their superior intellect and achievements in both school as well as college. But when a friend gave me a copy of this unique book, I read with interest the true and humorous story of Michael Grost and his seemingly endless amount of academic achievements and the book actually inspired me to do better in school and and in time qualified to be in the top 5% of my class. I highly recommend anyone to take the time out to read this book about an American family faced with the challenges of raising a gifted child by the name of Michael Grost. It is an incredible story worth reading. I know Mike Grost. I've met him online. He is a remarkable individual and has accomplished a lot during his lifetime. Thank You for allowing me to comment. John D. Harrison, an official member of the International High IQ Society.

I read this book in its original printing decades ago. a favorite and fun read. not surprised to see its been
reprinted and still available. a classic on the adventures of a child genius. ordered a new copy and reread
with the same delight of my first reading. hopefully educators respond better these days to the needs of the
gifted children.

Motherhood is a career stange as it is unique.

I have been told, by a reliable source, that nothing causes a mother sparrow to crow as loud as the initial winged voyage of her own spawn.

We all love to learn the art of flight, even if only the vicarious variety.

Many children are born well above the peak of the bell curve. Some are forced.

In the end, some mothers are motivated by the happiness of their children; others by notoriety.

My mother was contacted by the Lakewood Colorado School System with the strong advice that I would benefit from moving me ahead several grades. She thoughtfully declined.

Mrs. Grost, at the behest of friends, family, local PTA and Life Magazine, when confronted with a similar request, assented.

She got her notoriety.

But then again, my mother loved me.

If Michael Grost feels the same way about his mother, he is free to write his own book.

May they all rest in peace. I know I will. So will my mom.