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The Contest (Everest) Paperback – March 1, 2012

by Gordon Korman (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars 363 ratings
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A thrilling adventure trilogy from Gordon Korman about a number of kids competing to be the youngest person to ever reach the top of Mt. Everest

Four kids. One mountain.

They come from all across America to be the youngest kid ever to climb Everest. But only one will reach the top first. The competition is fierce. The preparation is intense. The challenge is breathtaking. When the final four reach the higher peaks, disaster strikes-and all that separates the living from the dead is chance, bravery, and action.

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  1. Reading age
    8 - 10 years
  2. Book 1 of 3
    Everest
  3. Print length
    144 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Lexile measure
    750L
  6. Dimensions
    5.25 x 0.25 x 7.5 inches
  7. Publisher
    Scholastic Inc.
  8. Publication date
    March 1, 2012
  9. ISBN-10
    9780545392327
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0545392327
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Gordon Korman is the beloved author of over one hundred novels for young readers, including hilarious middle-grade classics such as the Macdonald Hall series, I Want to Go Home, and Slacker. Born in Montreal, Quebec, Gordon grew up in Thornhill, Ontario, and now lives in New York with his family. Visit him online at www.gordonkorman.com.

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From Everest

"What's the matter with you, kid? Why don't you look where you're going?"

"Sorry." Dominic picked up the vial and scooted out of the way. Mom had continuous nightmares that climbing would kill at least one member of her family. I'll bet she wasn't expecting it to happen like this, he reflected, a little shaken.

The SUV accelerated up the ramp, pausing at the top. The driver tossed a candy bar wrapper into the trash barrel and drove off. It was a Summit Energy Bar. Dominic recognized the logo from where he stood, rooted to the spot. He had climbed towering cliffs, yet walking up this gentle slope to get that piece of paper seemed much, much harder.

He reached into the garbage and fished out the sticky wrapper. In a way, he almost knew what he would see before he turned it over.

A V!

It was a ticket to the top of the world.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0545392322
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Scholastic Inc.; Reissue edition (March 1, 2012)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 144 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780545392327
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0545392327
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 10 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 750L
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.53 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 0.25 x 7.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 363 ratings

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Gordon Korman has written more than fifty middle-grade and teen novels. Favorites include the New York Times #1 bestseller The 39 Clues: One False Note, The Juvie Three, Son of the Mob, Born to Rock, and Schooled. Though he didn't play football in high school, Gordon's been a lifelong fan and season ticket holder. He says, "I've always been fascinated by the 'culture of collision' in football and wanted to explore it-not just from the highlight films but from its darker side as well." Gordon lives with his family on Long Island, New York.

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Customers find the book easy to read and well-written, with one mentioning it's great for reading aloud. Moreover, they appreciate the high adventure elements, with one review noting cliffhangers in every chapter. Additionally, customers like the book's age range, with one mentioning it's suitable for 9-11 year olds.

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Customers find the book easy to read, with one mentioning it's great for reading aloud.

"This so amazing Gordon korman is a great author. I loved this book so authentic. Thank you very much Gordon korman" Read more

"...this is an easy read as my son says "I feel like I am there when I am reading this"...." Read more

"...with a huge cliffhanger at the end of each book in the trilogy, very well written especially for reluctant readers." Read more

"...Great book for kids 3rd grade and up. Quick easy read." Read more

4 customers mention "Adventure"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the high adventure of the book, with one mentioning cliffhangers in every chapter and another noting its action-packed content.

"...It is a great series with a huge cliffhanger at the end of each book in the trilogy, very well written especially for reluctant readers." Read more

"It was high adventure with lots of adolescent behavior mixed in. It certainly set up te next book in the series which I will read soon." Read more

"The part I LOVED most about this book, was the cliff hanger in every chapter, and how everything made your butt fall halfway off your seat!!!!!" Read more

"Awesome book! So epic! Has lots of action! If you like climbing and adventure read this awesome book! So cool!!" Read more

3 customers mention "Age range"3 positive0 negative

Customers find the book age-appropriate, with one mentioning it's suitable for 9-11 year olds, while another notes it's great for kids in 3rd grade and up.

"...and the question of whose funeral the story started at, kids are often hooked and want to go on to read the rest of the trilogy." Read more

"...Great book for kids 3rd grade and up. Quick easy read." Read more

"...This book is suitable for a 9-11 year old. I a, even reading it now!" Read more

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  • JM
    5.0 out of 5 stars This book is the top of my everest books
    Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2024
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    This so amazing Gordon korman is a great author. I loved this book so authentic. Thank you very much Gordon korman
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  • Carlye Pina
    5.0 out of 5 stars Adventure and Reading
    Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2018
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    What else can be said for a series and book that does not disappoint a young minds thirst for adventure? this is an easy read as my son says "I feel like I am there when I am reading this". Could not ask for more in a book series that has excited my son to read more and find more series like this one.
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  • Meredith Lesser-Gonzalez
    4.0 out of 5 stars A Great Hook
    Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2020
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    I’ve read this aloud in my fifth grade class for five or six years now. The start can be a little tough to get kids past the challenges of being unfamiliar with climbing and mountaineering language and techniques. But once you get into the character relations and the question of whose funeral the story started at, kids are often hooked and want to go on to read the rest of the trilogy.
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  • ShadowMiner
    5.0 out of 5 stars love it
    Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2014
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    It really gives a great laughter when I read this book with my dad I always look forward to reading the next chapter.Each chapter just wants me to keep reading and read the next chapter.My dad and I are reading the next book and it gets more exciting.This book makes me so nervous to always see what will happen in the chapter
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  • TD
    5.0 out of 5 stars for reluctant readers
    Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2013
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    I met Gordon Korman last fall. He explained how he researched the book and some stories behind the writing of this series. After hearing him talk about the series, I had to get it for our nephew for Christmas. It is a great series with a huge cliffhanger at the end of each book in the trilogy, very well written especially for reluctant readers.
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  • Gussie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read for someone who wants exciting stories with out adult content
    Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2017
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    I enjoyed this book very much. I like suspenseful stories, and they are sometimes hard to find without adult content. Great book for kids 3rd grade and up. Quick easy read.
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  • E. Hanna
    3.0 out of 5 stars Adequate, but not especially engaging for my 4th graders
    Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2014
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    I bought several of these to use with a 4th grade guided reading group, hoping to move us into longer chapter books and study elements of fiction in greater detail. These books served as an adequate but unspectacular tool within these lessons - my students were very engaged in the concept of these books (climbing Everest) but the actual story itself never roped them in. We shifted the focus of our lessons about 2 weeks ago after we were 70 pages into the book, and I've yet to have one of my students ask me when we're going to finish the Everest story. I think a couple of my kids were happy to see it go.
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  • Stonebay
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
    Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2016
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    This book was great. My daughter loved it and is excited to continue the series. This book is suitable for a 9-11 year old. I a, even reading it now!
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  • Geórgia De Simone Archeleigar
    4.0 out of 5 stars chegou em bom estado
    Reviewed in Brazil on February 18, 2025
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  • Erin Brown
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!!!
    Reviewed in Canada on August 30, 2014
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    These books are fantastic. I read them to my children each night before bed and I encourage them to my students in my class. Gordon Korman is a fantastic author who takes the time to interact with the students who read his books.
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  • samantha longfield
    3.0 out of 5 stars Arrivato inzuppato
    Reviewed in Italy on January 21, 2023
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    Il libro era un regalo- abbiamo fatto brutta figura xk sembra usato adesso... sará una bellissima storia ma ci è arrivato inzuppato ed è deformato il libro- crocs te da tenere in mano-non in piacere.
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  • Ocean waves
    5.0 out of 5 stars Well received
    Reviewed in Canada on March 3, 2018
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    Bought this for my grandson, perfect for a 9 yr. old.
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  • lien
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very quick
    Reviewed in Canada on August 8, 2018
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    Very good
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