description Child Genius Overview
Broadcast on Lifetime in 2014, this American reality competition tests exceptionally gifted children on their knowledge of math, geography, and memory retention.
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Did Lifetime actually broadcast Child Genius in 2014?
Lifetime ordered the eight-episode US series in May 2014 and promoted its champion as Child Genius 2014, but the series premiered on January 6, 2015. The 2014 label refers to the competition and production period rather than the US premiere date.
Who hosted the American version of Child Genius?
Former NASA astronaut Leland Melvin hosted the Lifetime series. Shed Media produced it in cooperation with American Mensa.
What subjects do the children face on Child Genius?
The competition includes math, spelling, geography, memory, the human body, US presidents, current events, zoology, astronomy, and other academic topics. The first season features 20 children between ages 8 and 12.
What does the winner of Child Genius receive?
The winner receives a $100,000 college fund and the Child Genius title. In the eighth and final episode, four finalists compete in an Academic Olympiad covering earlier subjects.
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