Robby Novak, also known as “Kid President,” has captured the hearts of people all over the world. Robby, an enthusiastic 10-year-old, has not only become an inspirational YouTube sensation, but has interviewed celebrities such as Beyonce Knowles and Rainn Wilson. With his contagious energy and high spirit, “Kid President” posts clever videos once a week to empower not only kids, but adults. Robby makes motivational calls to “make the world less boring” and “to create something that will make the world awesome.” Kid President’s viral video, “A Pep Talk from Kid President to You,” has hit over twenty-eight million views since January of this year. Novak appeared on an official White House advertisement for the White House Easter Egg Roll and starred in an ESPN video for Men’s Division Basketball Tournament.
With Robby’s undeniable bright outlook on life, you would have never guessed he was born with Osteogenesis Imperfecta. OI, or Brittle Bone syndrome, is a condition in which bones are prone to fracture and causes poor muscle tone. Brittle Bone syndrome can create several obstacles, but that doesn’t stop “Kid President” from sharing his enthusiasm for life and words of encouragement.
Not only does Robby advocate an optimistic attitude, but he promotes the endless world of education. In his most recent video, Robby makes several references to educational historians such as Shakespeare, Einstein, Robert Frost, and Confucius. He inspires to kids to read books, take action, and “If you want to change the world, you gotta know about it.” In addition to encouraging kids to do their best in school, Robby calls them to make the world a better place, and “not just study history…make history!” Check out the video, “Kid President’s Pep Talk to Teachers and Students!” It’s time to get our learn on!
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