A Young Star in Los Angeles
In a sunny house in Los Angeles, a little boy named Ben loved to play with books more than toys. Ben Shapiro was not like other kids. He started reading when he was very young. His mom and dad knew he was special.
"Ben, what are you reading today?" his mom would ask.
"Everything!" little Ben would say with a big smile.
Ben's parents were Jewish, and they taught him about their faith. He learned to play violin and loved music. But what he loved most was learning new things.
A Special Student
At school, Ben amazed his teachers. He was so smart that he skipped two grades! While other kids played at recess, Ben would sometimes write stories or read big books.
His teacher Mrs. Johnson once said, "In all my years of teaching, I've never met a student quite like Ben."
Growing Up Different
Being different wasn't always easy. Ben was younger and smaller than his classmates. But he didn't let that stop him. He used his words and his brain to stand out.
"Mommy, why do people disagree about politics?" young Ben asked one day.
His mom smiled and said, "Because everyone sees the world differently, sweetie. That's why it's important to think for yourself."
Family Time
Ben's family was very close. They had dinner together every night. At the table, they would talk about:
- What they learned that day
- News stories
- Ideas about right and wrong
- Jewish traditions
- Dreams for the future
“My parents taught me to think carefully and speak up for what I believe in,” Ben would later say about his childhood.
Finding His Voice
By the time Ben was 12, he knew he wanted to change the world with his words. He started writing more and more. His teachers couldn't believe how well he could explain big ideas.
"Ben, you should be a writer when you grow up," his English teacher told him.
Little did she know, Ben would become much more than just a writer. He was already becoming the smart, brave speaker that many people would later know.
At home, Ben practiced debating with his dad. They would pick a topic and talk about it from different sides. Ben learned how to make good arguments and think quickly.
Dreams Getting Bigger
As Ben got older, his dreams grew bigger. He didn't just want to be smart – he wanted to help other people understand important things too.
When he was 13, he wrote in his diary: "I want to make a difference. I want to help people think better."
His mom found the note and hugged him tight. "You will, Ben," she said. "You already are."
Every night, before bed, Ben would read the news. He wanted to know everything happening in the world. While other kids watched cartoons, Ben watched the news with his parents.
Los Angeles was full of different kinds of people with different ideas. Growing up there helped Ben learn to talk to all sorts of people. He learned that even when people disagree, they can still be nice to each other.
The little boy who loved books was growing up. He was getting ready for bigger things. Ben didn't know it yet, but his love of learning and speaking up would take him very far.
College Days and First Steps
At just 16 years old, Ben walked onto UCLA’s big campus. Most students were much older, but Ben was ready! He had his backpack full of books and big dreams.
Writing for the School Paper
“Can I write for the Daily Bruin?” Ben asked on his first day. The newspaper editor looked surprised to see such a young face.
“Sure, if you can write well enough,” the editor said.
Ben wrote so well that he became a regular writer for the paper. His stories made people think and talk. Sometimes they even made people mad! But Ben wasn’t afraid to share what he thought was right.
The Young Author
One day, Ben had a big idea. “Mom, I want to write a book,” he said on the phone.
“A whole book?” his mom asked. “That’s a lot of work!”
“I can do it,” Ben said. And he did!
At just 17 years old, Ben wrote his first book. Most people don’t write books until they’re much older!
Learning to Speak Up
College wasn’t just about writing. Ben joined debate clubs and spoke at meetings. He learned to:
- Speak clearly
- Listen to others
- Think quickly
- Answer hard questions
- Stand up for his ideas
Making New Friends
Being younger than everyone else wasn’t easy. Some students didn’t want to be friends with someone so young. But Ben found people who liked him for his smart ideas.
“Age doesn’t matter when you have something important to say,” his new friend Tom told him.
Growing Stronger
Every day, Ben got better at sharing his ideas. He wrote more stories. He gave more speeches. People started to notice.
“You should be on TV someday,” one of his teachers said.
Ben smiled. He was already thinking bigger than that!
Learning Hard Lessons
Not everyone liked what Ben wrote. Sometimes people would write mean things about his articles. But this only made Ben work harder.
“When people disagree with you,” his dad told him, “it means you’re making them think.”
The Next Step
As college ended, Ben knew he wanted to keep writing and speaking. He had found his voice. Now he wanted the whole country to hear it.
“What’s next?” his friends asked.
“Something big,” Ben said. And he was right! His college days were just the beginning of an amazing journey.
Every day after classes, Ben would work on his writing. He wrote about things happening in the world. He wrote about what he thought was right and wrong. His words were getting stronger, and more people were listening.
Dreams Coming True
Before leaving UCLA, Ben had become known as one of the smartest young writers in the school. His teachers were proud. His parents were proud. But Ben wasn’t done yet – he was just getting started!
The Voice Gets Louder
After college, Ben did something amazing! He became the youngest person ever to write for lots of newspapers across America. He was only 17!
Finding His Special Voice
“Why do you want to write for us?” asked a newspaper boss.
“Because I see things differently,” Ben said. “I want to help people think in new ways.”
Ben wrote about big ideas in ways that made them easy to understand. He used simple words to talk about hard things. People liked that!
Learning to Talk on TV
Soon, TV shows started calling. They wanted Ben to come talk about his ideas.
“Are you nervous?” his mom asked before his first TV show.
“A little,” Ben said. “But I know what I want to say.”
Facing Big Challenges
Being young and on TV wasn’t always easy. Some older people didn’t think Ben should be talking about big ideas.
“You’re too young to understand,” they would say.
“Watch me,” Ben would answer. Then he would show them just how much he knew!
Getting Better Every Day
Ben worked hard to get better at:
- Explaining hard ideas simply
- Talking faster and clearer
- Answering tough questions
- Being brave when people disagreed
- Standing up for what he believed
Making New Friends
“I like how you explain things,” people would write to Ben. “You help me understand big problems.”
Ben was happy! He wanted to help people think about important things. More and more people started listening to him.
Every day, more people wanted to hear what Ben had to say. His words were helping people think in new ways!
Growing Stronger
Sometimes people would say mean things about Ben. But he didn’t let it stop him.
“When people are mean,” Ben said, “I just try harder to be right.”
Big Dreams Coming True
Ben’s mom found his old diary from when he was little. In it, he wrote: “I want to help people understand important things.”
“Look,” she said. “You’re doing exactly what you always wanted!”
Ben smiled. He was doing what he loved, and he was just getting started!
New Adventures
More TV shows called. More newspapers wanted his words. Ben was becoming famous for saying what he thought was true, even when it wasn’t easy.
“What’s next?” people asked him.
“Something even bigger,” Ben said. He had a plan to reach even more people with his ideas!
Building The Daily Wire Dream
Ben had a big idea! “What if we made a special place where people could hear different ideas?” he thought. This big idea would become The Daily Wire.
Starting Small
“We need a microphone and a computer,” Ben told his friend Jeremy. “That’s all we need to start.”
They got to work. Every day, Ben would talk about important things happening in the world. More and more people started listening! ️
Making Shows Fun
Ben knew that big ideas could be boring. So he made them fun!
“Did you hear about Ben’s show?” kids would ask their friends at school. “He makes hard stuff easy to understand!”
“If you want people to listen,” Ben said, “you have to make them smile while they learn.”
Growing Bigger
The Daily Wire grew fast! Soon they needed:
- A bigger building
- More computers
- New friends to help make shows
- Better cameras
- Lots of cool equipment
Talking to Young People
Ben was good at talking to young people. He knew what they liked:
“Can you explain that again?” a young fan asked.
“Of course!” Ben said. “That’s why we’re here – to help you understand!”
Using New Ways to Talk
Ben didn’t just stay on TV. He went everywhere people liked to watch things:
Podcasts for people who like to listen
Videos for phones
Shows on computers
Special TV programs
Making Friends Online
“Hey, I saw you online!” people would say when they met Ben.
“That’s great!” Ben would answer. “Did you learn something new?”
Ben was happy that so many people could watch his shows on their phones and computers. It was like having a friend who could teach you anywhere!
Teaching Others
Ben helped other people start their own shows too. He wanted lots of different voices to be heard.
“Everyone has something to say,” Ben told his team. “We just need to help them say it!”
Getting Even Bigger
The Daily Wire kept growing! They made:
Books for kids and grown-ups
Movies that told good stories
Cool things people could buy
Fun games to play while learning
The little idea that started in a garage was now helping millions of people learn new things every day!
Looking Forward
“What’s next for The Daily Wire?” people asked Ben.
“We’re just getting started!” Ben said with a big smile. “There are so many more stories to tell!”
The Daily Wire was growing bigger every day. And Ben was ready for the next big adventure!
Standing Up for Ideas
Ben became very famous! More people wanted to hear what he had to say. But not everyone agreed with his ideas.
Big Speeches
Ben started going to lots of schools to talk to students.
“Why do you like talking at schools?” someone asked.
“Because young people ask the best questions!” Ben said with a smile.
Friendly Talks
Sometimes, Ben would talk with people who didn’t agree with him. But he tried to be nice:
“We can disagree and still be friends,” Ben would say. “That’s what makes America special!”
TV Star
More TV shows wanted Ben to visit. He would:
- Talk about news
- Answer hard questions
- Explain his ideas
- Help people understand big problems
- Make people think about new things
Staying Strong
Sometimes people said mean things about Ben. But he stayed brave!
“What do you do when people are mean?” a kid asked.
“I remember what my mom taught me – be kind and keep doing what’s right,” Ben answered.
Making Big News
Newspapers wrote about Ben. TV shows talked about him. He was everywhere!
“How do you handle being so famous?” people asked.
“I just try to be myself,” Ben said. “And I always try to tell the truth.”
Special Moments
Ben met lots of important people:
Big leaders
Smart teachers
Famous singers
⭐ Movie stars
Helping Others Be Brave
“Ben taught me it’s okay to think differently,” said Sarah, a young fan.
“That makes me happy,” Ben smiled. “Everyone should feel free to share their ideas!”
Growing Bigger
Ben’s show kept getting more popular. He talked about:
School stuff
Family things
World news
New technology
“The best part of my job is helping people learn new things,” Ben told his fans.
Making a Difference
“Do you like your job?” a little girl asked Ben.
“I love it!” Ben said. “I get to help people understand the world better every day!”
Moving Forward
Ben kept working hard. He wanted to make more shows and help more people learn.
“What’s next?” everyone wanted to know.
“Something amazing!” Ben said with a big smile. “Just wait and see!”
Making a Bigger World Better
Ben Shapiro keeps doing amazing things! Now he helps millions of people learn about important stuff every day.
Teaching New Things
“I love helping people understand big ideas,” Ben says with a smile. “Everyone can learn!”
Ben talks about lots of cool things:
- How to be kind to others
- Why families are special
- How to think about big problems
- Ways to make the world better
- Why learning is fun
Making Friends
Even though Ben is super famous, he still tries to be friendly to everyone.
“The best part of my day is meeting new people and hearing their stories,” Ben shares.
Growing Bigger Dreams
Ben’s company, The Daily Wire, keeps getting bigger!
“What do you want to do next?” a young fan asks.
“I want to make movies and shows that make people happy,” Ben says. “And teach good things!”
Helping Young People
Many young people say Ben helped them:
Do better in school
Think about new ideas
️ Speak up nicely
Make more friends
Looking to Tomorrow
Ben has big plans for the future! He wants to:
Write more books
Make fun movies
Help more people
Bring people together
Being a Good Example
“Ben shows us how to be nice even when we disagree,” says Tommy, age 8. “That’s really cool!”
Making History
Ben started as a kid who loved to learn. Now he helps millions of people every day!
“If you work hard and be nice, you can do anything!” Ben tells kids.
The Big Picture
Ben shows us that one person can make the world better. He does it by:
❤️ Being kind to others
Always learning more
️ Speaking up for good things
Helping people understand each other
The Story Goes On
Ben’s story isn’t over! He keeps working hard to make the world better.
“What makes you happy?” someone asks Ben.
“Seeing people learn and grow,” he says. “That’s the best thing ever!”