Progressive Sub-Goals
1
Introduction
Ties figure-eight knot, belays with supervision
2
Developing
Lead climbs an easy sport route
3
Mastery
Cleans an anchor and rappels safely
Learning Resources
Role Model
Alex Honnold (started at 11)📚 Book for Kids
How to Solve a Problem: The Rise (and Falls) of a Rock-Climbing Champion by Ashima Shiraishi
View on Amazon📖 Book for Parents
The Ultimate Rock Climbing Handbook for Kids: A Beginner's Guide to Techniques, Safety, and Having Fun on the Wall by B.G. Hennessy
View on AmazonRelated Skills to Explore
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#64 Climbing
Outdoor & Adventure • Ages 2-3
Climbs playground structures and small boulders
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#69 Running & Agility
Outdoor & Adventure • Ages 2-3
Runs confidently without falling frequently
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#70 Ball Skills (General)
Outdoor & Adventure • Ages 2-3
Catches a large, soft ball with two hands
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#151 Full Meal Preparation
Kitchen & Food • Ages 6-8
Plans and cooks a simple, complete meal
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#152 Baking from Scratch
Kitchen & Food • Ages 6-8
Bakes bread or cake from scratch
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#153 Advanced Home Maintenance
Practical Life • Ages 6-8
Safely uses a power drill