THE REVIEW:
Okay, I have to admit that when I first was contacted by Kris Manley, author of the book, Resumes for Children- 17 Years Old and Under, that I was not really sure what it was about.
I mean, why do kids need resumes?
But I figured it was different and worth a look, right?
I have to say that I am so impressed. This is a spectacular resource that should be made available to every child. It is already being used in several Atlanta, GA high schools and middle schools and by the GA Dept. of Labor career centers. I have no doubt that it will soon be used all over the country.
From the website:
Why Should Your Child Have a Resume?
1. To boost their self esteem and feel good about themselves
2. To outline their capabilities
3. To show how well he or she does outside of the academic arena
4. To show he or she is more than what their report card says they are
5. To praise his or her gifts, talents, abilities
6. To accompany his or her college application
Choosing activities that provide your child with life skills as well as build character is a key element to their success. Documenting those activites is also a key element to their success. Why? Keeping before them an ever present visual of their activities, accomplishments, etc. gives encouragement, pride in what they do and have done, and allows them to see how well they have progressed over the years. In other words, you will assist your child in "behaving" their way to success.
I am sure that you are wondering what type of activities would go on your child's resume. Here are some examples:
* Acting
* Awards
* Camps
* Charitable Donations
* Dance
* Education
* Hobbies
* Home Training
* Life's Challenges/Health Status
* Musical Abilities
* Sports
* Training
* Travel
In this day and age, it is so important to be able to give your child every advantage that you can. I firmly believe that this a great resource to help with that. You can purchase it here or you can try to win it!
THE GIVEAWAY:
FIVE (yes, five) lucky winners is going to win their own copy of Resumes for Children.
To enter:
Head on over to Resumes for Children and leave me a comment letting me know who you would give your copy to if you are the winner. Do not just say "Enter Me", I will delete these comments. Don't forget to leave a way for me to contact you in the comment. If you are the winner, you have 3 days to claim your prize before I pick a new winner, so please remember to check back here.
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Giveaway ends on February 25, 2009. This giveaway is open to readers in the US only.
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36 comments:
I'd definitely give this to my two older children (both 12).
my children would like to try this
I know my three children would enjoy getting this.
I think I would probably donate my copy to my local Montessori school library. They go through middle school and that's a great age for being reminded of all you have managed to accomplish (before high school tries to make you feel like a total dork)
I would give my copy to my nephew who is 11. I think he would have a great time putting together a resume for himself and I know he would be so proud to show it to his parents and to me!
Thank you for the giveaway and please enter me :)
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I would give this to my daughter! What a great idea! ~ :) Thanks!
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What a great idea! This is a wonderful way to build confidence in preteens and teens. I would share this with my own children, especially my oldest who is 9.
I would give it to my stepdaughter
To my boy.
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I would give this to my niece who is 12yrs old and ready to apply for some scholarships..this would be great help.thanks
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Probably my 10 year old grandson!
My 12 year old cousin. She needs a self esteem boost badly.
My daughters would LOVE this!
this would be great for my daughter... it would really help her.
This would be great for my nephew!
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i would give this to my god-daughter. i think this is a great idea! thanks so much!
i subscribed! thanks.
an interesting idea - i'd give it to my niece
For my niece Hannah!
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I would give this to my niece.
I would give this book to my sister. She is 13 years old, and just the right age for this book to be helpful to her.
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I would give this to my daughter. It would be a great help to her as she prepares for college and her career. garrettsambo@aol.com
I work for a non-profit organization that works with children and teens, so I would use this book with the youth in our programs. Thanks so much!
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my childsons would heart to try this:)
Hmmmm, I would probably give this to my daughter. She's love it!
I would give my copy to my friend.
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I would give it to my daughter.
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A good post on Resumes for Children- Review and Giveaway.An important point is a resume and cover letter should be the marketing tools that help candidate to land the position that is perfect for him.
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