Product Description

Climb On! is a parable story that will teach teens how to achieve success in whatever they may choose to pursue, whether it be to go to college, get an 'A' in chemistry, get promoted, eventually own a beauty salon, or even go on more dates! No matter the altitude of the dream, this book will teach teens how to reach the summit.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1007164 in Books
• Published on: 2005-08-05
• Released on: 2005-08-05
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 128 pages

From School Library Journal
Grade 9 Up–Anna, a 16-year-old troubled by her broken family, has just moved to Las Vegas. She meets Jeremy, who turns her on to rock climbing, which is his way to offer her new ways of thinking about making positive changes. Every Saturday, teens and adults from different backgrounds meet at Red Rock Canyon to Climb On, a euphemism for reaching their goals. While climbing, Anna encounters stumbling blocks, which can be related to her personal life. In an effort to keep her from quitting, the members encourage her to take baby steps to reach her goal of having a better relationship with her family and overcoming obstacles in school. Jeremy turns out to be her biggest motivation. She later finds out that he is HIV-positive due to mistakes in his past. He shows her that the choices she makes will shape her life, for better or worse. Teens will relate to the situations, such as Anna's unfortunate home life and the loneliness she feels, and see that there are steps to be taken to improve their future, no matter how big or small their goals. For climbing, the skills needed are strength, endurance, balance, and mental persistence. In other goals, the skills may differ, but the same principles can be applied. Teens will find the book both interesting and easy to read. Helpful hints are highlighted in the middle and end of different chapters. Characters are easy to relate to and the situations are believable enough for teens to become motivated.–Nicole Marcuccilli Mills, Glenview Public Library, IL
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Review
A great blueprint for any student who wants to make something of themselves. I give it a 10! -- Peter Vidmar, Olympic Gymnastics Gold Medalist

A great blueprint for any student who wants to make something of themselves. I give it a 10! --Peter Vidmar, Olympic Gymnastics Gold Medalist

A wonderful approach to success. Fun, user friendly, and the perfect kick-in-the-butt when you need it most. -- Sean Covey, Author of the International Bestseller, The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens

A wonderful approach to success. Fun, user friendly, and the perfect kick-in-the-butt when you need it most. --Sean Covey, Author of the International Bestseller, The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens

Climb On! is simple, but it packs a punch that can dramatically change your life for the better. Read it! -- Rudy Ruettiger, Inspiration for TriStar Pictures Movie, Rudy

Climb On! is simple, but it packs a punch that can dramatically change your life for the better. Read it! --Rudy Ruettiger, Inspiration for TriStar Pictures Movie, Rudy

About the Author
Mr. Beede is available to speak to your school or organization about goal setting, his book, and his adventures, which include skydiving in Canada, being struck by lightning in Colorado, and rock climbing at Red Rock Canyon, twenty minutes from his Las Vegas home.

Customer Reviews

Nice book
I got this book for my son but after seeing the positive affect that it had on him I thought I should read it my self. I really enjoyed the book; it clearly maps out what you need to do to motivate yourself and succeed. It's written in a fun and clear way and is defiantly a page turner. I would recommend it to any student or parent wishing to motivate their child.

Gripping, Inspirational & Practical
I read this book in one sitting. I wanted to read it before giving it to my 13 year old daughter. I found the book entertaining and thoroughly enjoyable to read. Rather than speaking in platitudes, the author includes practical exercises and tips for achievement. When I gave the book to my daughter, she couldn't put it down either, and we've seen a transformation in her. Climb on, Dude!

John- Making the World a Better Place!
I went to a FBLA conference in Athens and got the priveledge to hear John speak. He was incredible and I wanted him to talk forever. He made me want to be something. I knew he had many more encouraging words for me in his book Climb On! so I spent the best ten dollars of my life on it.(believe me it is worth so much more)I now have confidence and believe in myself with his help. Way to go John! You've earned your five stars!