[.ca] Oh, the Places You'll Go! (ISBN 0679905278)

From Amazon.com:
Inspirational yet honest, and always rhythmically rollicking, Oh, the Places You'll Go! is a perfect sendoff for children, 1 to 100, entering any new phase of their lives. Kindergartners, graduate students, newlyweds, newly employeds--all will glean shiny pearls of wisdom about the big, bountiful future. The incomparable Dr. Seuss rejoices in the potential everyone has to fulfill their wildest dreams: "You'll be on your way up! / You'll be seeing great sights! / You'll join the high fliers / who soar to high heights." At the same time, he won't delude the starry-eyed upstart about the pitfalls of life: "You can get all hung up / in a prickle-ly perch. / And your gang will fly on. / You'll be left in a Lurch." But fear not! Dr. Seuss, with his inimitable illustrations and exhilarating rhymes, is convinced ("98 and 3/4 percent guaranteed") that success is imminent. As long as you remember "to be dexterous and deft. And NEVER mix up your right foot with your left," things should work out. (All ages) --Emilie Coulter

Everyone needs to read this book:
Through all the literature I have read, from all the books on my shelves, and all those I have yet to read..."Oh, The Places You'll Go" is in my humble opinion, the best book ever written. When I have been going through a rough patch, I pull out this book and read away whatever is troubling me. I have given this book to friends who need some TLC. Consistantly, I have seen their faces go from hestiation, to smiles, to tears, to appreciation. Please, everyone, read, own, share this book. It is wacky enough to work!

You will Succeed 98 and 3/4 Percent Guaranteed!:
Having just gotten this book as graduation present from my Mom when I graduated with my Masters Degree. It takes something like a book by Dr. Seuss to explain the ups and downs of life and the need for individual drive and perseverence. This book explains it all to you and puts it (life) in perspective. In some respects I wish I had received it sooner. Regardless of your education or age level this Graduation speech by the good Dr. Seusss will inspire you and bring a smile to your face. Filled with optimism for the future this book is nice reminder that it isn't so easy but you can (and will) make it.

Not Just For Kids!:
I just graduated from college and a beloved aunt of mine gave me this special book. I don't know whether I read this book as a child; though I probably did, and simply cannot remember. Nevertheless, I assure you that reading it today was exceptionally meaningful to me. Never has such a short read been so inspiring. Dr. Seuss really does cram it all in there. As other reviewers have noted, when Dr. Seuss writes about the "places you'll go," he not only mentions the joyous places, but realistically covers the bad times and how we can lift ourselves up and keep going. This honesty is refreshing and inspiring in itself. I cannot imagine how many lives Dr. Seuss touched with this book, but it has undoubtedly been tons. I unconditionally recommend "Oh, the Places You'll Go" to anyone, regardless of age.

Great graduation gift:
This is my "staple" high school graduation gift. It's a great gift for the graduate with or without money tucked inside. It talks about life, both the good and the bad, but ends with a positive message. The kids I've given it to have all seemed to love it...especially at 18, sometimes you just want to sit down with Dr. Suess and be a kid again. It does get a little slow at certain parts, but in general I'd say it's a good book with a great message.

A must read book!:
This book is an absolute 'must read' for everyone. I truly believe that every home should have a copy of this book :-) I once saw it billed as 'the only self-help' book you'll ever need and this is a very acurate description. Children - even the tiniest ones - will love this purely because of the wonderful rhyming verse and eye catching illustrations. Older kids and particularly adults will love it because of the wonderful uplifting message that it contains. Sure, life isn't always easy and we all take wrong turns some times but if you keep going you are bound to end up in the right place. This book should be available on prescription as an anti-depressant!