Kids Who Answered the "When I Grow Up" Prompt Perfectly

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Vote up the children who will be most disappointed at their first career fair.

Such a timeless question as "What do you want to be when you grow up?" feels easier when answering as a child; at that time, you've much fewer concerns regarding risk, embarrassment, practicality, job security, and are not yet bothered by the stresses of adulthood. Though they still lack much understanding of the world, kids offer many unique ideas when it comes to their future career path.

These kids' responses possess enough understanding of their talents to proudly declare themselves future superheroes, animals, and even inanimate objects. To some, they might appear juvenile, but others may see some hidden wisdom in these youthful dreams.


  • 1
    1,406 VOTES

    Pole Position

    Pole Position
    Photo: Pinterest
    1,406 votes
  • 2
    1,142 VOTES

    Basic Life Goals

    Basic Life Goals
    Photo: Pinterest
    1,142 votes
  • 3
    952 VOTES

    By The Numbers

    By The Numbers
    Photo: Pinterest
    952 votes
  • 4
    590 VOTES

    Couch Potato

    Couch Potato
    Photo: u/MattMatters143 / Reddit
    590 votes
  • 5
    725 VOTES

    Thinking Outside The Box

    Thinking Outside The Box
    Photo: u/valeriob / Reddit
    725 votes
  • 6
    718 VOTES

    America's Next Ninja Chef

    America's Next Ninja Chef
    Photo: Pinterest
    718 votes