Mike's dad Tom, an actuary, used to be worried that his son's obsession with cars was unhealthy or crazy, but then he began to see its intellectual value. There's processing of information going on, and he comes up with sophisticated relationships. I realized that it's a passion that could translate into other passions as an adult. Indeed, indulging Mike's passion for cars may have helped him develop the habit of pursuing all his interests with imagination and depth. The progressive school Mike attends doesn't use conventional grades or report cards, but his performance stands out just the same.
Some students run through their work as if they're on a racetrack.
His interest in a topic doesn't end in the classroom or with what's in the book. Click for more options or for help .