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Extraordinary Teens

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August 27, 2009 by cindy 35 Comments

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I have worked with teens for almost 30 years. I have been a youth leader, mentor, teacher, friend and a lot of other things to the teens in my life every since I graduated high school. 14-18 year olds are my favorite ages to work with. At that age the kids are really figuring out who they are and what God created them to do. They aren’t afraid to dream to big and try new things.

Chicken Soup for the Soul recently published “Extraordinary Teens” which is filled with stories from over 50 amazing teenagers and young adults. Some of them are famous like Brenda Song, Donald Trump, Jr. and Anna Kournikova. Many are names you have never heard of like Desiree Amadeo, Margaret Lewis and Trevor Schulte. Each story is inspiring in its own way and no two stories are the same. There is even the story on page 221 of someone I follow on Twitter @PencilBugs. He is an amazing young entrepreneur who started his business at age 9!

I am thinking about requiring my teenaged sons to read this book. I’m sure it will challenge them to overcome obstacles, think outside of the box and take a stand for what they feel is important.  If you would like a copy of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Extraordinary Teens you can click on the link to order or you can enter to win a copy! I will be giving away 2 copies of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Extraordinary Teens.

Mandatory 1st Entry Leave me a comment telling me about an inspirational teen that you know.

Bonus Entries

  • Leave a comment on another (non-giveaway) post on my blog and tell me where you commented. You can do this up to 5 times on 5 different posts.
  • Tweet this “@MomMaven is giving away Chicken Soup For the Soul:Extraordinary Teens. You can enter to win it too! http://bit.ly/hsr9g #giveaway” you can do this 3 times a day. Leave the tweet URL in the comment.
  • If you haven’t done so already check out the new Purex 3-in-1 Laundry Sheets, and leave me a comment that you did this. This link is trackable so I will know if you really did it or not.

Good Luck! This giveaway is open to US residents only and will end 9/2/09 at 10:15pm.

Filed Under: Giveaways, Reviews Tagged With: book, Chicken Soup for the Soul, Chicken Soup for the Soul: Teens Talk Getting in to college, college, college prep, contest, getting in to college, giveaway, planning for college, Preparing for College, review, winner

About cindy

I'm Cindy aka TheMomMaven. I'm a happily married empty nester living in Tampa Bay. I love all things Disney and I blog about easy recipes, family travel, family entertainement as well as product reviews and giveaways.

Comments

  1. cole19 says

    August 27, 2009 at 4:58 pm

    I teach high school at-risk kids, so over the years I have seen my teens who despite their home life they have gotten their act together and graduated from high school. Many have then gone on to college, even graduating with honors. Not bad for kids that were never supposed to make it.

    Went to the purex site and left a button on both of my blogs.

    Reply
  2. sandy says

    August 31, 2009 at 6:16 pm

    there are alot I know who know that they need to appreciate what they have, and they donate thier time at shelters, senior homes and food banks.

    Reply
  3. charmandluck says

    August 31, 2009 at 11:27 pm

    I work in a bilingual middle school/high school. All the students there have come from Spanish speaking countries and are adjusting to a new country, new customs, a new way of life, and a new language. I think all their stories are inspirational.

    bgcchs(at)yahoo(dot)com

    Reply
  4. mollycapel says

    September 1, 2009 at 12:22 am

    I work with a 19 year old girl who has put her dreams of college on hold, to help her family survive. Her dad got hurt at work, and can't work, so she basically is paying the bills.

    Reply
  5. sunnyview99 says

    September 1, 2009 at 1:41 am

    I tweeted: http://twitter.com/sunnyview99/status/3683722047

    Reply
  6. sunnyview99 says

    September 1, 2009 at 1:40 am

    An inspirational teen that I know is my friend's daughter, Erin. She's a good student and she stays out of trouble. Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
  7. sunnyview99 says

    September 1, 2009 at 1:42 am

    I checked out the Laundry Sheets URL.

    Reply
  8. tjfirth says

    September 1, 2009 at 6:08 pm

    This would be great for my youngest son he is a senior this year.

    Reply
  9. pamelas says

    September 1, 2009 at 7:45 pm

    The inspirational teen I know is my own daughter! She worked so hard in high school and excelled both academically and also in her orchestra playing cello. She took many honors and AP classes and won a full tuition scholarship to college. She's just started there and is in the honors program there too. I'm very proud of her.
    Thanks so much!
    pamelashockley(AT)netscape(DOT)net

    Reply
  10. rosannepm says

    September 2, 2009 at 9:10 am

    Tweeted: rosannepm@MomMaven is giving away Chicken Soup For the Soul:Extraordinary Teens. You can enter to win it too! http://bit.ly/hsr9g #giveaway

    Reply
  11. mom2anutball says

    September 2, 2009 at 9:53 am

    Tweeted!
    http://twitter.com/mom2anutball/status/3712413460

    Reply
  12. rosannepm says

    September 2, 2009 at 9:08 am

    A freinds' daughter. She was #1 in her class, captain of the Mock trial team, Class officer and elected homecoming queen. Involved in so many activities. She is strikingly beautiful and self confident and as nice to other people as can be. She makes everyone feel special

    Reply
  13. rosannepm says

    September 2, 2009 at 9:10 am

    I checked out the new 3 in 1 dryer sheets. I love the way my laundry room smells with them

    Reply
  14. mom2anutball says

    September 2, 2009 at 9:53 am

    My cousin is very inspirational. She had a baby young, and she makes the best of it every day. She is a great mom, even though she is so young.

    Reply
  15. susansmoaks says

    September 2, 2009 at 12:19 pm

    my niece is an inspirational teen, she has been through a lot and she keeps on doing her best through it all.

    Reply
  16. mishia says

    September 2, 2009 at 1:59 pm

    Tweeted http://twitter.com/tornxnxfrayed/status/3716513144

    Reply
  17. kathypease says

    September 2, 2009 at 2:16 pm

    http://twitter.com/klp1965/status/3716787737

    Reply
  18. mishia says

    September 2, 2009 at 1:58 pm

    My cousin is an inspirational teen. He overcame many obstacles and graduated high school and is currently going to college for sports.

    Reply
  19. mishia says

    September 2, 2009 at 1:58 pm

    I checked out the laundry sheets.

    Reply
  20. kathypease says

    September 2, 2009 at 2:15 pm

    i would have to say my 17 year old daughter sierra she goes to school is involved in all school sports and has a job after school at a grocery store..i dont know how she does it all but she does 🙂

    Reply
  21. lilyk says

    September 2, 2009 at 3:28 pm

    An inspirational teen I know is my friend's daughter who is very kind and smart.

    Reply
  22. lilyk says

    September 2, 2009 at 3:31 pm

    I visited the Purex 3-in-1 Laundry Sheets web page.

    Reply
  23. naynays1 says

    September 2, 2009 at 4:37 pm

    My daughter she just keeps pushing and going to school and has actually inspired some of her friends to continue their education. I'm so proud.

    Reply
  24. jmahurin40 says

    September 2, 2009 at 6:28 pm

    An inspirational teen that I know would be my daughter:) She was in 2 wrecks 2 weeks apart in her senior year and had lots of sickness in that year but still graduated high school and votech and worked evenings and weekends.

    Reply
  25. memetu says

    September 2, 2009 at 7:19 pm

    I have two lovely teenage daughters who are interested in other teens. This story of inspirational teens will be enjoyed and treasured by them.

    Reply
  26. Heather C says

    September 2, 2009 at 8:31 pm

    Tweeted: http://twitter.com/choochoo428/status/3723936541

    Reply
  27. garrettsambo says

    September 2, 2009 at 7:34 pm

    Beth is an inspirational teen at my church. She carries a full load at school, works after school to help her single parent mom care for her two younger sisters and brother.

    Reply
  28. Tiffanys819 says

    September 2, 2009 at 8:11 pm

    My friend Dee has a daughter who has been raised to not take things for granted and appreciate everything she has. It inspires me to raise my son the same way when I see how well mannered and behaved she is. Thank you!

    Reply
  29. Kimberly says

    September 2, 2009 at 8:20 pm

    My little sister is pretty amazing. She survived being raised partially by me so that's a feat in its self. 🙂

    Reply
  30. Kimberly says

    September 2, 2009 at 8:20 pm

    I checked out the Purex 3 in 1 sheets and got my $1 off coupon. Thanks!

    Reply
  31. Heather C says

    September 2, 2009 at 8:30 pm

    My daughter is in a film with a very inspiring teen. She just got a recording contract, she's an amazing actress and she's intelligent. A great role model for my child (other than myself, of course! lol).

    Reply
  32. Heather C says

    September 2, 2009 at 8:33 pm

    I went to the Purex 3-in-1 Laundry Sheets website. Love that!

    Reply
  33. MomMaven says

    September 2, 2009 at 9:49 pm

    Congratulations! You won Chicken Soup for the Soul: Extraordinary Teens. Please e-mail me your mailing address to themommaven at gmail dot com

    Reply
  34. MomMaven says

    September 3, 2009 at 8:40 am

    Congratulations! You won! e-mail me your address at themommaven at gmail dot com

    Reply
  35. Trevor S. says

    February 7, 2010 at 6:06 pm

    The thing I love about life is hearing people’s stories and how perseverance will keep people going and changes lives…God bless each one of you and your inspiring teenagers. I am not a mom, or female, myself, lol, but admire those moms who are raising amazing kids.

    Reply

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