Parent Guide > Steve Jobs's Stanford University Commencement Speech
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This week in class, we’re reading "Steve Jobs's Stanford University Commencement Speech" by Steve Jobs.
In his 2005 commencement address at Stanford University, the late Steve Jobs discusses the challenges that ultimately shaped him into a successful entrepreneur.
As we read, we will be discussing the theme of Resilience & Success as it relates to the text. We are trying to answer this big question :
"Why do people succeed?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this speech at home:
- What was "Steve Jobs's Stanford University Commencement Speech" about?
- What did you learn about Resilience & Success?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: