Jeff Bezos
1964-present
Founding Amazon and helping make online shopping easy for people around the world
Early Life
Jeff Bezos was born on January 12, 1964, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. As a child, he was very curious and loved learning how things worked.
He enjoyed science projects and even turned his parents’ garage into a small lab. Jeff liked to read books and ask big questions about the future.
Education and Big Dreams
Jeff was a great student and loved math and science. He went to Princeton University, where he studied computer science and electrical engineering.
After college, he worked at several technology and finance jobs. Even then, he dreamed about creating something new that could help many people.
Creating Amazon
In 1994, Jeff had an exciting idea: he wanted to sell books on the internet. He started a small company in his garage and named it Amazon, after the largest river in the world.
At first, Amazon sold only books. Jeff worked very hard and believed that the internet could help people shop from home easily.
Growing Success
Over time, Amazon grew bigger and began selling many other items, like toys, clothes, and electronics. Today, people all over the world use Amazon.
Jeff believed in thinking long-term and not giving up when things were hard. His company also created helpful tools like Kindle, which lets people read books on a screen.
Exploring Space
Jeff Bezos also loves space and science. He started a company called Blue Origin to help people explore space safely.
He believes that learning more about space can help protect Earth and inspire future inventors.
Legacy and Inspiration
Jeff Bezos shows kids that big ideas can start small. With curiosity, hard work, and patience, it is possible to create something amazing.
His story reminds us to keep learning, dream big, and never stop asking questions about the world.
🎉 Fun Facts
Jeff Bezos started Amazon in his garage with just a small team.
He chose the name Amazon because it sounded big and adventurous.
As a kid, he once tried to build an alarm to keep his siblings out of his room.
Jeff enjoys reading and recommends books he loves to others.
He is very interested in space and has traveled there himself.