Checking in with Jonah Larson, crochet prodigy

[@marigeobrien]

If he was studying advanced algebra in the 6th grade, he's more than a "crochet-prodigy." He's a prodigy who crochets. Well done, Jonah.

[@woofwoof-w4g]

Good parenting too.

[@shafaghb]

You need maths for crocheting too. So. He is both advanced in maths and with his hands.

[@lilypangchan5764]

Well said.

[@LazyIRanch]

He says he wants to go to WestPoint and then become a surgeon. I believe he will do both, and have a brilliant career! What an amazing human, I love him.

[@jaedagarner390]

and that’s on periodt

[@StopWhining491]

If you've never picked up a crochet hook, you can't understand the skill required to do this quality of work. Amazing!

[@gato0082]

Lallie Hayes 🙏👉ik its very ❣️difficult ❣️ not everybody can😯 learn it so easily ❣️🙏u have 2 have a talent for it , he could probably design or make clothes also👀👀 or weave crafts etc.. he is really an artist 🎨 if u ask me, nobody did 😬🤔🫣🫣😜but still im not wrong 😜❣️

[@donttalktomeyoureannoying8736]

I have never seen someone crochet so fast!!!

[@BimmerBabe]

fr and as fast as he goes without looking

[@sk1nt1cket666]

Yes! That perfect quality that fast! It’s insane! So much skill most hookers can only dream of achieving!

[@dakota2785]

@@gato0082 tbh he should make a clothes shop

[@hannahrosereviews5073]

That kid has the most impeccable hand-eye coordination.

[@skrr9848]

I crochet

[@Dicyroller]

My Great Aunt was very fast with a hook and a needle. She was blind. Hand-eye is not necessarily what you need for this skill. The sensitivity in your fingers tells you the tension in the string, the size of the stick, the tightness of the stitch, the space between stitches. Your fingers count them because if you had to rely on your eyes you would be lost. I spoke of my Aunt, My Mother crocheted a wedding dress for my sister that weighed around fifty pounds. It was a double skirt. Three people in our family have worn it now. They say it is incredibly heavy, it is made from the material she used for doilies, and table spreads. I honestly don't remember my mother looking at her stitches unless she made a mistake.

[@candylowen8800]

Hand eye? HE'S NOT EVEN LOOKING! hahaha He's pro

[@pattiryan9249]

@@candylowen8800 Hi Jonah, Saw your video . Absolutely fabulous. I am also a crocheter My Mom always did knitting and crochet. I also have some items on eBay. I am looking forward to viewing your tutorials . Have a great holiday🎄👍🙋‍♀️

[@argonwheatbelly637]

Grew up doing this too, about the same age, and don't ask about what math I was doing. ;-) Awesome, this!!!

[@daybyday1664]

A surgeon who’s this intelligent and crocheted since he was a young boy? We need a million more of him please.

[@gato0082]

day by day... yes wouldn't that be beautiful 🌸 🙏💙🌸🌎💜👉❣️🌸✝️💚

[@1neAdam12]

He'd be even cooler if he were trans.

[@cleetus_]

@@1neAdam12 what ☠️

[@sana4359]

@@1neAdam12 ayo?

[@1neAdam12]

@@sana4359 Don't you know? Everything is way cooler when you identify with the opposite sex.

[@freddie4654]

He is such an old man OMG! I love him! The way he said "Lucked out" about his adoption just sounded like a 70yr's response it's so cute!

[@evedotcom]

Yeah wtf old soul for sure. Adorable.

[@XHxneyOppz]

He’s been here before

[@aviatedviewssound4798]

@@XHxneyOppz hahahahaha you shouldn't talk about people like us in the open it will freak people out i still have some memories from before but i don't tell anyone even tho they call me weird and say i didn't act my age.

[@XHxneyOppz]

@@aviatedviewssound4798 i get told all the time that i act like an old lady in a young lady’s body Lmao

[@charon_lix]

It's sad how intelligent people can end up being but their parents still give up on them at such a young age

[@malibooyaw]

Wow this is what happens when kids have loving parents that allow them explore and express their passions. Imagine how many untapped prodigies are out there. Jonah and his mom are amazing people 😍

[@celestecredle2661]

So true!

[@derailddodge8471]

And how many just get left to starve to death when luxuries are favored💔

[@lepetitchat123]

It pains me to imagine how many kids with his talent are stuck with bad parents in a terrible environment and they never get to explore their potential.

[@sumayyahadetunmbi4347]

Yeah you are right

[@toanhien494]

well I do know one, whose talent was ruined.

[@deborahbutler8777]

What a beautiful Child. Wise beyond his years.

[@usyou4165]

and he is so kind and well mannered. An example to how people should be.

[@LazyIRanch]

He is like an old soul. I hope his teachers appreciate his gifts and no one stands in his way. He's going to do so much good in his life, he already has. He is teaching us how to love.

[@amariluna]

Absolutely!

[@We_Are_All_Vultures]

What a great kid huh... He's a 🌟

[@chidinmmaewelike2441]

His adopted mum is nothing but love,joy and peace thanks for nurturing him you rock

[@chelseagirl278]

not "adopted mom" just mom

[@sophritoh]

It’s just mom not adopted mom lol. Do u not know anyone adopted??

[@thedevilsadvocate5210]

She is going to get that kid beat up.

[@ruthn9381]

Humanity still exist. Keeping hope alive. Asante.

[@IloveAutumn-b5p]

@@chelseagirl278 exactly 🙂

[@ritavelveeta6619]

Jonah says he "lucked out" but really the world lucked out by having this beautiful, thoughtful and wise little man in it!

[@cb4664]

Couldn’t agree more. The world is better just because he is in it. Love you Jonah. God bless his parents for let him be who he is: beautiful.

[@laur-unstagenameactuallyca1587]

@@NoahBodze shut up

[@cecilyupdegraff5113]

Im pretty sure there's no cognitive deficiency and crocheting is a wonderful dexterity practice for a surgeon. A great future awaits you young Jonah, never change.

[@meredithheath5272]

Fine Point!!!

[@dleesnuts]

I love this comment

[@walkwithmeinturkiye4388]

very good

[@argonwheatbelly637]

Crewel Work, moreso.

[@bearded-cat]

I heard that in med school they suggest picking up crocheting or knitting (I can't remember) just to improve dextererity. This dude is going to be world renoved surgeon. I am really rooting for him

[@papahawk3644]

“we’re only here for a short time, might as well make the best of it.” one of the most realistic statements i’ve heard.

[@joseh3564]

Amen!

[@happyandblessed5640]

What an inspiration.

[@ssunshinetolliver6699]

Okay!

[@aletheagaddishaw3749]

When he becomes a Surgeon, I bet he'll be crocheting.

[@mf5531]

AND from an 8-year old. :) !!

[@giulianacr2638]

His mom's loving heart shines through him. You can tell he has learned a lot about compassion and sharing with others from his family ❤❤❤

[@1neAdam12]

Care provider, not mother. Don't be so insensitive to trans people.

[@janedo-re-mi2738]

Yes, you can tell he has a very loving and caring forever family. They celebrate and encourage his Passion for crocheting.

[@HK-re9vh]

@@1neAdam12 wait what? How is that being insensitive to trans people?

[@1neAdam12]

@@HK-re9vh Because transmen can give birth, bigot.

[@Imdrunk_]

@@1neAdam12 how is that being insensitive and how is he trans

[@willmurjen6600]

A lot of parents in my area would look at crocheting as a "girl activity". Kudos to them for being open minded and I hope he finds great success with his abilities and intelligence.

[@suzyq5416]

Crocheting and knitting were started by men who were fisherman and they had to repair their nets.

[@wintersprite]

It’s great to see boys and men who knit and crochet. They were originally done by men, even though many women have done them for a long time as well. They skills/crafts that anyone can learn. m

[@pcolapaddler]

I began crochet in about the 5th grade, having learned from my grandmother. I remember some teasing about it since I was a guy doing what some considered a girly activity. The teasing didn't bother me much and wasn't widespread. Little did these folks know that I could handle wrenches, hammers and saws equally well. Thankfully we have begun to arrive at a place where skills are more appreciated for the skill and craftsmanship rather than associated with whether someone is male or female. Today we find and accept craftspeople with very diverse skills regardless of gender.

[@Lulu4Him]

He is already a success.

[@tomservo5007]

a biker guy at my job does crocheting ... it's an anger management technique

[@Streghamay]

With kids like Jonah out here in the world, hope springs eternal.

[@scorpioninblue]

AMEN!

[@1neAdam12]

Once older, he should pack up and take his talents to be shared with his own people in Africa. They need inspiration like this.

[@jasminflower3814]

@@1neAdam12 According to your consistent racist remarks, why would they want to learn a "white craft". Let the Africans do their own crafts instead of doing ours.

[@1neAdam12]

@@jasminflower3814 What are you?

[@wenchology]

I’d say they both “lucked out” - what an absolutely wonderful child to be the parent of. So amazing!

[@mf5531]

they both "blessed"out. :)

[@javierbiaggi3072]

¡Many blessings to Jonah! This gift to you is a joy for all.

[@lepetitchat123]

People should adopt, not breed. Same with pets! Adopt, don't shop! Help those who already exist!

[@howtosurviveelectronichara6474]

I wish he was my kid. He’s smarter than me, he could probably fix my entire life. What a mind!

[@laur-unstagenameactuallyca1587]

@@howtosurviveelectronichara6474 hahaha cute

[@lisabarnes4653]

What a handsome and smart young man. Wants to be a surgeon, and said “time is short, you have to make the most of it”. He has a better outlook on life than most adults! Me included. ♥️

[@1neAdam12]

Most of the inner-city youths have the same thing said about them by a doting care provider just after being caught engaging in criminality. He was a good boy, he only stole from that old lady cause he needed money for medical school.

[@357CLOUDY]

@@1neAdam12 And what is your point? We are celebrating Jonah and his gift of creativity here, not some figments of your imagination.

[@1neAdam12]

@@357CLOUDY And he should take his gifts back to Africa--and share them with his people.

[@earleneslay7977]

@@1neAdam12 Stop trolling!!

[@PrincessAfrica3]

@@1neAdam12 where do you think you’re going with your hatred after this life is over? Call out to Jesus Christ for He will set you free

[@persius122]

Umm.. this kid is so much well-spoken unlike some of our political leaders.

[@Slaybotdotcom]

(Joe Biden)

[@maddibriseno6641]

@@Slaybotdotcom thats not who they are talking about honey

[@Slaybotdotcom]

@@maddibriseno6641 it was a joke

[@bloxygigi7736]

@@Slaybotdotcom Trumpet***

[@Slaybotdotcom]

@@bloxygigi7736 ?

[@littlebirdsword]

The year is 2045… Nurse: “The transplant went perfectly. Masterful job, Dr. Larson. We’ll go ahead and close up the incision.” Jonah: “No need, it’s already done.” Nurse: “Huh? But he’ll need dozens of internal and external sutu-“ Jonah: *gestures toward perfectly stitched incision* “Don’t worry about it, it only took me like 12 seconds.” Nurse: :O

[@juliepenney2683]

😂🥰☝🏾💪🏽✅💯🙌🏽👀❤️🤗

[@ShadySprings1217]

Love this lol!!

[@posheditor]

😂❤❤❤

[@yhazt6971]

LOVE THIS! Crochet King. 🧶

[@TokelauInTech]

more like the transplant of the elite harvesting his organs for themselves.....

[@chilli3672]

omg i just finished a cardigan in 6 MONTHS and look at how fast and coordinated he is wow wow wow

[@Dizzy_Threads]

Took me 2weeks to finish a pair of mittens! Lol he makes me want to put down my hook.

[@floraelizabeth1589]

You should still be VERY proud of yourself

[@jolie9903]

took me 3 hours to finish a crochet bag so i tried to advance to a sweater vest and it took like 3 weeks 😭 i blame it on procrastination 🙌😞

[@aaron_hammyx5212]

Was it the harry style one by jw Anderson because if so me too hahaha

[@honeyboohoo]

I can't even make a magic circle properly 😩

[@traceysouth1047]

Everything I want to say feels too cliche' but he is so impressive in so many ways. He has such a gift (not just crocheting) and he IS a gift to the world. I know he will make a fantastic surgeon if this is his choice. Talk about nimble, deft hands ! What a blessing he is to his family & the world.

[@1neAdam12]

But what if he was White. Would you still fall all over yourself to shower him with praise?

[@nah_.]

@@1neAdam12 it has nothing to do with race and everything to do with age.

[@1neAdam12]

@@nah_. Not when it comes to White folks. They have a tendency to give praise to the so-called POC when they act like us. I think it's the most subtle form of racism.

[@okaminess]

No, I think you're in danger of feeling jaded. If one kid can be happy and grow up nurtured, I'm all for it. I think he's inspiring, especially for me, being Indigenous and living with PTSD. I'm glad there's still hope in the world for future generations and hopefully they will not face the pain I did. haha

[@rosegarten4389]

Looks like Jonah’s mom is the blessed one. What a sweet kid.

[@Magdalene777]

It's amazing what a difference a loving, supportive family makes.

[@anyaw340]

Not to take away from his family, but it's clear to me that he's also just naturally highly and uncommonly intelligent, creative, and ambitious. He clearly has a high IQ. A child like that doesn't always need an amazing environment to succeed. Another child could grow up in that same family and won't be like Jonah because much of what he is comes naturally to him.

[@Magdalene777]

@@anyaw340 of course. But without a supportive environment to encourage that he wouldn't be where he is. If he had stayed in the orphanage or been adopted by an unsupportive family he wouldn't have the opportunity to follow his passions.

[@LAMENTFORLOSTLOVE]

@@GurtGobain you might as well just do it already.

[@earlem9771]

A loving family didn’t make you a prodigy did it?

[@Magdalene777]

@@earlem9771 no but without a loving family it can stop someone from developing their talents. Children don't thrive or reach their potential without a supportive home environment.

[@kaelamoon9555]

I have a feeling he’s going to do more than be a surgeon. I feel like he will be a leader one day. He’s already a leader in crocheting. So amazing. And he’s so humbled. He’s a true star.

[@giulianacr2638]

It's not just the skill and precision, it's also the patience he has, unbelievable! ❤❤❤

[@dustbitten]

Right? The patience part. I’d be so bored because it’s kinda repetitive.

[@anais937]

He is such a wholesome child omg.....I'm sure he's a light in the lives of the people fortunate enough to get to know him

[@we3rwerw]

Seeing him cry at the library made me cry AHHHH. Jonah you are God's gift to the planet for real.

[@GIGATT808]

They all are but they keep dying due to poverty... Face palm

[@dj_alboe1360]

Wow, he crochets fast!! I taught myself to knit through KZbin videos. I was in a dark place in my life and needed something good to focus on so I chose to try knitting. It got me through my dark time and 10 years later I'm still knitting. It went from being something to keep my mind from negative thoughts, to something that has brought me joy for 10 years.

[@whatever96]

This is me currently. Your comment is about to make me cry. I am currently in a dark place in my life. I just had to take a leave from school and I have nothing in my life but negative thoughts. I took up knitting few weeks ago and I'm about to finish my first project. It's the only thing that kind of makes me happy these days.

[@maevalauren]

omg me too it saved me ❤️

[@katec9893]

@@whatever96 I'm sorry you're feeling low. Keep going, your crafts will help a lot. At my darkest times 10 years ago I took up crochet, sewing, gardening and watercolour painting. I still do them now, they changed my life for the better.

[@beaulieuonnp593]

@@whatever96 I am sorry you are going through all this. I am setting up a wellbeing group in the New Year so people can do crafts, knit and crochet together. It is a great way to make friends and deal with dark times. We can get so many compliments by our creativity, it gives us a great boost. I have made hats for the homeless, and now my mother has been crocheting beret hats and this has got her through lockdown and she now makes a lot of us for us as a family. She has been housebound. The yarns are sooo lovely now it is so fun. Happy holidays and happy positive New Year.

[@beaulieuonnp593]

@@katec9893 same here. I started to learn watercolour painting and my favourite KZbin is Emma Crimi Trent. She is also a bit daft and funny

[@jessie.jay03]

That library bit made me cry. What an incredible child.

[@susanmcmasterson956]

HUNDREDS of orders?! No wonder he crochets so FAST. LOL What a cute, interesting and unique little slice of life. I Love it! Wish all the best to this family.

[@PHlophe]

Susanne and he is a whiz at Algebra, which i figured he'd be since you need to constantly count if you are crocheting fast and blind at the same time

[@therealvoodoochild]

Jonah is beyond amazing, wishing their family more blessings 🙏🏽

[@insertnamehere9154]

This story was an emotional rollercoaster. When I heard, Dr. Jonah Larson, my heart rejoiced. God continue to bless that family!

[@themuseoriginal]

Amen!

[@insertnamehere9154]

@@themuseoriginal ❤

[@tennislibra]

Yeah I cried all through the video. May they continue to be blessed.

[@insertnamehere9154]

@@tennislibra ❤can't wait to see what life has to bring for this brilliant child! Sky is the limit!!!

[@joan-mariacbrooks]

There is a book called "Power In Numbers: The Rebel Women in Mathematics" by Talithia Williams, Ph.D. One of these women is a physicist who crochets and her incredible work is featured in the segment on her career. She and Jonah should get together and really show what crochet can be! This young man is awesome.

[@s7d788]

Do you, by any chance, remember the name of the physicist who crochets? I'm interested because I'm a physicist, and a crocheter. And a woman. Thanks.

[@joan-mariacbrooks]

@@s7d788 I have the article for you. Her name is Daina Taimina and she is featured in the above-referenced book. The lady is brilliant with work. Email me and I can send it to you when you have the chance.

[@millietunstall8616]

Jonah, all I can say is, WOW!!!! I'm a 78 yr old gramma & been crocheting since I was 8. Your work is just beautiful! Very neat & such an even tension. Finished items look so professional. You go kid!!!!

[@Ipetam]

Aww. His mom's adoring look when she glances at him! She is so proud of him and loves him so much! I'm so happy that she encourages him in school and in healthy hobbies!

[@amberleach5501]

That's something I noticed. The way his mom looks at him... beautiful

[@vernawilkins1546]

You mean his adopted mom, because she could never be that king mom.

[@gblan]

Don't let him discover hand spun and dyed artisan yarns. He won't want to touch that Caron again and you'll go broke.

[@Steph6Mc]

😂 that’s so true!!

[@canterlevi]

I’m guessing he might even be gifted a lot of artisan yarn! 😊😂

[@SL-lz9jr]

Cashmere! Wool! Oh my!

[@kateanderson4416]

HAHA i was thinking the same thing

[@kateanderson4416]

someone please send him some rowan kidsilk haze

[@i.cant.sleep.anymore]

I bought one of Jonah's crochet kits a few months ago and have been crocheting non-stop ever since. This kid has touched so many lives at such a young age, he's so blessed!

[@LotsofStuffYT]

This kid has achieved more in 2 years than I have my whole life.

[@delcarmen1377]

No cap😭

[@tanshievlogs]

U never said it better lol

[@christinalynn8143]

The flower blanket should have been put in a glass case frame and featured in a town center or a museum. Beautiful piece of creation, such talented work of art produced by a child.

[@MrTachyon3000]

I thought so too. It's an original work of art.

[@FayJayLins]

This boy has all the potential to become surgeon. He is absolutely blessed and brilliant!

[@catbird7007]

...and kind! He will have great relationships with his patients! ♡

[@JustCallMeEmily]

I feel like he'd teach some of his patients how to crochet lol

[@sabcam2000]

Too bad they are f*cking the worl beyond recovery...

[@deliafernandez3870]

What an outstanding boy. He has been adopted and has done really well for himself. God bless you and your bright future.

[@Brianna-wl3lf]

This kid is amazing and I'm just looking out for him, someone needs to get this kid and orthopaedic chair. If he crochets 5 hours a day he's going to get carpal tunnel. If hes looking down like that while he crochets, he's going to strain his neck. I just want him to be ok

[@valerieblomquist1253]

Was waiting for someone to suggest that, I have carpal tunnel now after just a few years of light crocheting

[@pkk639]

He'll likely get away with it for a good few years due to his age and supple joints but it'll certainly affect him later in in life however, I feel that, as he is clearly a very intelligent lad, he'll find other outlets for his creativeness and/or burnout or perhaps he'll just be too busy to be doing 5 hours a day of crochet when he gets older - studying, work, learning other crafts. What an amazing young man - either way he is destined for amazing things ❤❤❤

[@terismith4512]

Don't be debbie downers

[@susantunbridge4612]

Pretty sure he's smart enough to have that figured out.

[@HattieMcDanielonaMoon]

@@terismith4512 They're not. They're concerned for his health.

[@carolineibanez841]

“When you have a short time you have to make the best of it “ words to live by smart kid.

[@Mortiz21]

That little man is killing it. Hopefully he is successful on all his life journeys in the future.

[@elizabeth8805]

The more that I practice and learn crochet myself, the more Jonah impresses me The tension, speed, complicated stitches done with ease, writing his own patterns, etc.

[@ellejay2439]

As much as I love that boy...what I admire the most is that mother. She’s a good soul god bless her for rescuing and adopting that boy and giving him such a good upbringing. 🙏🏽

[@-.-._---_--_._-]

Ikr 🥰

[@oakstrong1]

Absolutely. Without his parents support (and money to buy all the yarn before he became famous) he might never have had the opportunity, let alone keep up with it. So many young geniuses go wasted, never discovering their talent because of being born in the less than ideal environment!

[@adevore1971]

Thank you for mentioning her!! 💖👐

[@tristancarter4324]

@@oakstrong1 so true And that mother loves him dearly she looks at him like she in tears all the time

[@TomoyoTatar]

Yes!

[@11kwright]

He's a perfect human being. The world needs to see more of this child. He's absolutely gorgeous and just a joy to watch. An amasing special human being.

[@cb4664]

Beautiful.

[@kialuvsyoo]

I almost cried at seeing the book. This kid radiates light and positive energy, and is so good at many things, and he's so adorable!

[@OddWoz]

I love checking in with this kid every Christmas. He’s amazing. Best wishes Jonah!

[@cherubinfantie2088]

God bless her. Such a beautiful mother. Nurturing such a gentleman of a child. Love her! :)

[@jonahs92]

איזה שם זה חחח

[@MindMaelstrom]

@@jonahs92 is that the respect Torah taught you?

[@jonahs92]

@@MindMaelstrom 1. The Torah has no bearing on my life. Neither do the Book of the Dead or the Homeric Hymns. Religion is for the stupid masses. 2. What's disrespectful about being amused by a funny name that sounds archaic? If you met someone named Beowulf Chaucer the Third, I'm sure you'd giggle too.

[@thinktank2255]

Children have two biological parents. Therefore, not only one. Nevertheless, Jonah abandoned by his mother but also his father. Jonah is a gem. 🇺🇸

[@OisO8]

Thank you for making this point! The mother's are always blamed as if the father doesn't exist.

[@seilahqlq1]

👏👏👏 I saw a doctor, that helps teen mothers care for their babies, saying something similar on a TV interview: "When a woman aborts, I remind people that a man has to abort first. Because when told there is a child, he rejected the woman and the baby."

[@OisO8]

@@seilahqlq1 damn!!! That's a whole word.🎯💯🙏🏽 Yes! Thank you for sharing that.

[@TriniCrew]

YOU PRESUME THAT THE FATHER KNEW OF HIM

[@gardensofthegods]

Maybe his father had died

[@mostwant3dgov]

We need more Jonas in the world. What a blessing and an inspiration to hear his story.

[@Koosharem]

yes we do! He's amazing but without that family love, stability, and support, what would have been? We need strong families. Cheers.

[@mostwant3dgov]

@@Koosharem His parents are the unsung heroes of the story. A child needs what anyone needs. They gave him the possibility of living a good life.

[@rh5817]

We need to promote the image of strong black men.

[@mostwant3dgov]

@@rh5817 Young Jonah has his heart set on becoming a doctor. That's a fine young Man in the making and if his enthusiasm continues he'll make all communities proud.

[@suzeenadass7609]

I am 51 years old! And I just started learning knitting and it's not easy.. I'm so surprised by this little guy johna! I'm enjoying whaching his voice the way he's enjoying his work!! God bless you my little friend!!

[@caroleanderson4020]

I can't knit to save my life. You should try crochet, I find it vastly easier.

[@bananabread6148]

🥺😭 so glad he was adopted and is able to crochet to his heart's content

[@MrWatchcollector]

whos crying tears of joy??? i AINT THE only one. C'mon. Its his relationship with his mum and how warm it all is. its so comfy. oh gosh

[@InweTaralom]

What cognitive difficulty?? This kid’s got plenty of intelligence. Let him be a surgeon!

[@oakstrong1]

Nobody is saying he does. It was when he was only few months old that they were suggesting he MIGHT have some.

[@stxdude830]

Well he can’t be a surgeon yet, they jus can’t dress him in a doc outfit and send him off to do a surgery right at this moment

[@MadeleineHenderson]

Karyl i think you might have cognitive issues going by your comment lol you obviously didn't get what was said

[@tammy3458]

What a sweetheart❤️! I love his personality! He’s just so outgoing & friendly. Advanced Math class? And book tours? WOW! Obviously, he’s gifted in many more areas than crocheting! What a blessing to the world he is…he is absolutely his authentic self! He doesn’t try to put on some fake persona like so many do. That’s what makes him so awesome:)

[@sloths.enthusiast7419]

he’s adorable, but clearly incredibly intelligent. he picked up a craft that is absolutely going to help him in his future, he’s going to be great at stitches!!

[@SaiyanShinobi]

okay this kid just stole my heart. the way he answers about his past just tickled and hurt at the same time, I hope he's doing well these days!

[@BeccaDaily]

He's definitely an old soul! You can tell how proud his mom is. God bless him and his family.

[@CallMePhyfe]

3:16 in.... If anyone want to see the essence of a mother's love captured in an expression, a look. I kept rewinding just to see it again. Love and prayers for continued blessings to that incredible family.

[@cutzymccall7675]

Brilliant and adorable. "Hooked." Cute to die for. I want that hat!! I have a feeling we're looking at a future major contemporary artist, using textiles. Go, Jonah!

[@joeyclemenza7339]

hahah!!!!! I caught that too!!!!!! XD

[@nancydiehl296]

…. and he will easily be one of the 2% (medical school scholarship program) who enter med school from West Point-no limits! 👍👍👍

[@aharrington1000]

I love the hat too!

[@gardensofthegods]

Yes I thought the same thing about his artwork

[@basedloser42]

Ok, I love this kid. His attitude is 💯and he’s so kind and generous. What a blessed soul.

[@murphy1011]

My grandmother taught me to crochet when I was 9, and it took me until I was in my early 20s to “get it”. Now I’m 32 and I’m at an advanced skill level, but that’s after 23 years of trying. The fact that he’s this fast and precise after a short amount of time is astonishing. I wonder what he would do if he learned to knit as well lol

[@wintersprite]

My great aunt tried to teach me when I was a kid but I couldn’t get the hang of it back then. I finally figured out one stitch in college and now do single crochet (mid 30s). I’m still a beginner though, along with knitting, as I don’t get around to doing them much. With trying to learn as a kid, for me I think I tried learning it left-handed as I write and do some things lefty. Turns out, crochet is one of the things I do righty.

[@Rand0mL0ve]

he is also knitting in the video

[@lovelily8310]

It clicked for me with the math being mentioned. Jonah must have a very visual mind to envision which stitches in which order/placement will create which effects and shapes.

[@jenniferwong4530]

I’ve been following Jonah for quite a while. He’s a brilliant young man who happened to be adopted by the most loving family. He’s a very special boy. When he becomes a surgeon, and I’m sure he will, how lucky his patients will be.❤️

[@celestecredle2661]

What a great kid! I'm SO proud of Jonah! He's not my child, but, I'm too proud of him! He built a library in a foreign country. What a kid! Wow!!!

[@acommentator4452]

well it's not foreign to him; it is his ancestry, his birth country. i hope he will go back one day and find his relatives.

[@vjbhanson]

I'm a beginner crocheter and this absolutely blows me away. Jonah Larson, YOU ARE A GIFT to this world!

[@amistenson2535]

His birth mother probably wasn’t able to produce enough milk to feed him and didn’t have money or access to buy formula. Whatever the reason she did what was best for him! ❤️ He truly lucked out!

[@bettye444]

Yes, she did. Ethiopia is a poor country and we in the US have no idea what challenges they face daily.

[@amistenson2535]

@@SarahRRedman goodness! Seeing that that’s more than half of the reason women give up their children in 3rd world countries, it’s safe to assume!

[@rayharris7867]

You way out there🙄

[@vernawilkins1546]

His foster mom lucked out he’s a king.

[@acommentator4452]

yes, i didn't like when the commentator said that he was abandoned by his birth mother. we know nothing about her circumstances. maybe she was ill. maybe one day he can connect with his ancestry, through dna. don't diss his parentage. that could be hurtful to him too, as well as unfair.

[@Marcjames1986]

My sister is a sentimental old soul and I thought for this Christmas I'd crotchet her a blanket, knowing she wouldn't be disappointed if it turned out wonky or looking bad, she'd just be happy that the time and thought was taken. Went on KZbin and done just a basic blanket. I'm a 36 year old bloke and I couldn't believe that when I was doing it the time flew by and how relaxed I was. Wasn't thinking of anything apart from the crocheting. I'm not afraid to admit I enjoyed it and looking forward to giving it to her. Well done little man, you're awesome! 👍

[@FreedomEscapismASMR]

He is so sweet and talented. He is going to be a brilliant surgeon, he has hands that create beautiful art, he will keep healing the world. Proud of him.

[@angels-st6vg]

That young man is the whole package. Very well spoken, so we’ll Mannered, so humble, handsome and very Intelligent. His mother did an amazing job raising him ❤️

[@eponymoususer8923]

His enthusiasm for fiber arts is absolutely beautiful. I hope he never stops!

[@starchan2036]

What a lovely boy! Not only is he so skilled, he has a wonderful dream and really gives back!

[@theofficialdislikebutton6766]

The interviewer sounds like he's going to cry at anytime

[@emma-cy7yo]

LOL

[@creamarey]

Lmao

[@goodmeasure777]

Wow. What a wonderful young man, and blessed is his family, for choosing him. I'm sure his village in Ethiopia, are proud of him, and his accomplishments.

[@HollerMeshocks]

What an incredible story. Show the world how to be, Jonah!

[@user-mv1hv5ce3b]

His crocheting is cool but his personality is even more impressive. As someone who has done substitute teaching for a while now, its truly rare to find a boy who is this sweet and thoughtful. very rare, lmaoo

[@marlenebourgeois266]

"LUCKED OUT", I guess so. Good luck sweetie with your medical career. Meanwhile I will still struggle to crochet one stitch at a time. Love to you and your family.

[@Kozlowskii1]

Hahahaha same xD i cannot imagine crocheting ao fast haha i struggle to hold my yarn to knit ahhaha ❤

[@lisaanderson135]

I am 46 and have been knitting and crocheting for years. Jonah has taught me many different stitch techniques! He gives compassion for his passions and turns them into spectacular things ❤️ He is a prodigy and I have no doubt he will go on to be an inspiration to many

[@rh5817]

How do you know it’s a loving home?

[@handl3_me]

He's so mature, I'm very impressed with his manner. Well raised young man 💜

[@Facebook-sb3eo]

Mom you are amazing!!!! He such an blessing so very bright an intelligent

[@whatfreshhellisthis8810]

Sweet, old soul. Jonah is a true gentleman.

[@TheNoonie50]

Exactly what I was thinking....:)

[@juliannesharpe3066]

This is a mature, talented, very intelligent man-child! Absolutely Delightful! Jonah is Definitely on his way to become a skilful, reknown Physician (surgeon).Very Impressive!

[@donavonseibert507]

He is SO smart and well spoken. He's amazing.

[@coreyparson9906]

This video of Jonah gives me goosebumps. He is such an amazing person! He gives me hope for the future. Let's make this kid president! Such a wonderful inspiration for us all.

[@Barbie4U2]

Just found out about this kid today, and I love him. Keep spreading positivity, your a special boy!

[@abbynormal3068]

Jonah is so unforgettable- what a lovely child. Yes I am so glad he’s so successful online and as an author! Crochet on, Jonah! We live you!

[@edcrfvtgbyhnujmikolpqazwsx]

This is such a heartwarming story! God bless this family. He is a very special boy.

[@rosettaeagle1718]

Alittle annoying

[@nubiacairo8835]

This boy is most definitely a genius. I've been crocheting for over 40 years and I am nowhere as proficient at this as Jonah is. I wish. God bless you and your family.

[@haetienne]

That crocheting is actually a really good foundation for a surgeon, I hope he achieves his goal

[@R18matt]

What a wonderful young man. The world could do with more people like him. Keep it up dude 😇

[@litgirlablaze3432]

What a little cutie! It’s so fun creating things and it’s awesome his mom is encouraging him. Some parents may have said “that’s for girls” or something.

[@thenumbertwo9136]

This kid is so amazing. Just- I can't believe he's done all of that at twelve! I'm two years older than him and am barely beginning crocheting, and struggling with geometry-! Keep on going, Jonah. You're gonna be really, really successful, and really, really happy. ♡♡

[@shastahill]

I'm more than three times his age and just beginning to crochet! Thank goodness we don't need to compare our selves to others. Too, humility and offering support and encouragement to others goes a long way. Best :)

[@brendawilson1625]

Such a wonderful young son, I know his mom is so proud of him.

[@trudiamond30]

He has gifted hands!!! Can't wait to see him 10 years from now ☺️

[@emilygaughan]

This is the most wholesome thing I’ve ever watched.

[@wendywinn270]

He is the most beautiful boy in this world, he is my inspiration to be positive in life.!!

[@tacomanchanic7898]

What a great kid with a beautiful soul. He is so well spoken and really smart. I'm so happy for him

[@marythompson8440]

Who else is crocheting rn? Just me?

[@livelife4735]

Me too

[@alejandraahmed1177]

Me, making a braided poncho.

[@liv1nginpretend]

Me making a plushy

[@AnielleReid]

I am!!!!

[@Mia-jz8sk]

Me making a hat for my big sister for her birthday :)

[@flydivajacs]

This story has brought tears to my eyes. Mom…Thank you for being a loving Mom and guiding him with his passion. Jonah..you have gained a new fan and I will be following you. Continue with your giving heart, you’re incredible smile and the gift that you give so many🙏🏽❤️

[@dorisn.6640]

This is what happens when you find your hidden gift and passion in life, you excel beyond measures !!! Bless his heart, he's going to higher places !