New Releases by Tom Robinson

The Kingdom of God - What the Bible Really SaysIs the kingdom of God a future, physical kingdom ruled by Christ on earth? Or is it a present, spiritual kingdom in the hearts of believers? This in-depth Bible study examines over 150 Old and New Testament passages to reveal the full biblical truth about God''s kingdom.Covering topics like:¿The nature and purpose of the kingdom¿Who it''s promised and prophesied for¿How and when it will be established¿Who will inhabit the kingdom¿What the apostles taught about the kingdomYou''ll gain a clearer understanding of God''s plan for His kingdom, seeing how it runs through Scripture as a central theme. This edifying study dispels common misconceptions about the kingdom, equipping you to accurately interpret God''s Word. See how the glorious future kingdom gives hope and purpose for Christians today.The Kingdom of God provides a revelatory look at this profound biblical topic - ideal for self-paced individual or guided group study.

Introduction to Investment Planning: Tools & Techniques for Academics provides key insights on the theory and practice of investment planning for today''s ever-changing academic environment. In addition to focusing on the basics of investment transactions, this title is structured around the concepts and practices that students are most likely to encounter while taking FINRA''s SIE exam. Students will learn about the different types of investment assets, how securities transactions are implemented, and what role advisors play in recommending and executing investment strategies for real-world clients. Written by experts in this field, this resource: Provides a comprehensive introduction to the concepts of investment planning for students at all levels Complies with CFP Investment Planning course requirements Is designed to help students prepare for the FINRA SIE exam Provides introductory level explanations to help students understand broad concepts without being overwhelmed by technical information Topics Covered: Overview of capital markets and asset classes Tools for understanding and measuring investment risk and return Portfolio management and investment strategies Investment company operations Fixed income and equity securities Options and hedging Alternative investments Quantitative calculations, such as present and future values, tax exempt equivalents, and lump sum requirements And More! See the "Table of Contents" section for a full list of topics As with all the resources in the highly acclaimed Leimberg Library, every area covered in this book is accompanied by the tools, techniques, practice tips, and examples students can use to help successfully navigate the complex course of investment planning.

When Eli and his father visit an unusual zoo, Eli keeps track of the numbers of animals and soon sees there is a pattern that will predict how many creatures are in the next exhibit. Includes an activity and facts about number sequences.

Profiles twelve of the most popular football players of today, including Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, and J.J. Watt -- Fact sheet.

Profiles twelve of the most popular basketball players of today, including Carmelo Anthony, LeBron James, and Joakim Noah.

This biography examines the remarkable life of Malcolm X using easy-to-read, compelling text. Through striking black-and-white images and rich color photographs, readers will learn about Malcolm X''s family background, childhood, education, and role as a human rights activist and nation of Islam leader. Informative sidebars enhance and support the text. Features include a table of contents, timeline, facts page, glossary, bibliography, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Get your football fanatic readers into the action. Inside the NFL uses chronological narratives to tell the beginnings of the New York Jets, relate the greatest and lowest moments of the team, introduce the best players and coaches, and share other fun facts that help round out Jets'' history. Mini-biographies, sidebars, fun facts, fantastic quotes, and full-color, action-packed photographs will bring the NFL to your library.

Get your football fanatic readers into the action. Inside the NFL uses chronological narratives to tell the beginnings of the Pittsburgh Steelers, relate the greatest and lowest moments of the team, introduce the best players and coaches, and share other fun facts that help round out Steelers'' history. Mini-biographies, sidebars, fun facts, fantastic quotes, and full-color, action-packed photographs will bring the NFL to your library.

Get your football fanatic readers into the action. Inside the NFL uses chronological narratives to tell the beginnings of the Tennessee Titans, relate the greatest and lowest moments of the team, introduce the best players and coaches, and share other fun facts that help round out Titans'' history. Mini-biographies, sidebars, fun facts, fantastic quotes, and full-color, action-packed photographs will bring the NFL to your library.

Explores mathematics found in baseball, including averages, player statistics, and perimeter of the field.

Discover how math applies to the game of football, from the length of the field to the calculation of players'' statistics.

Discover how math applies to the game of basketball, from the length of the court to the calculation of players'' stats.

Inside the covers of this book you will find the secrets to unlocking the simple mysteries that power our world. From the feel of the wind on a walk to the cushioned soles on your shoes that allow you to walk in comfort; from the beauty of a ball in flight to the hypnotic swing of a grandfather clock''s pendulum; from Einstein''s Theory of Relativity to the unfathomable world of the atom, Forcing Out will hand you the keys to unlock doors to relationships that govern our world and will bring a smile to your face in the process. When the day arrives that you hear the phrase ''centrifugal force'' and find yourself suppressing a chuckle, you will know that you have attained the physics fitness you have long sought.

Game Face features fictional narratives paired with firsthand advice from a licensed psychologist to help preteen and teen boys learn the ethics and rules of sportsmanship. A table of contents, additional resources, a glossary, and an index are included. A Guy''s Guide is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

SPECIAL SHRINKWRAPPED BUNDLE! Science has never been so easy-or so much fun! With the The Everything Kids'' Science Experiments Bundle, all kids need to do is gather a few household items and recreate dozens of mind-blowing, kid-tested science experiments. They will have so much fun conducting the quick and easy experiments, they''ll forget that they''re actually learning about science! Why is the sky blue? What makes a balloon float? Kids can discover the answers to these questions and more with The Everything Kids'' Easy Science Experiments Book. Using easy-to-find household materials like soda bottles and flashlights, kids can build bubbles, create plastic--even make raisins dance! With The Everything Kids Science Experiments Book, high school science teacher Tom Robinson shows kids how to expand their scientific horizons--from biology to chemistry to physics to outer space. Does your child want to make things disappear? Change salt to sugar? Well, with The Everything Kids'' Magical Science Experiments, he or she can do just that-and more! Filled with science experiments that bend the rules of time, space, and logic, this book shows kids how to unlock the mysteries of science and "magic."

She dribbles, she drives the lane for the lay-up! Women''s basketball is emerging as one of the world''s most exciting sports. From colleges in the United States to the Olympics to professional leagues around the world, thousands of people come to cheer on their favorite team. But you don''t need thousands of fans to enjoy basketball. All you need is a ball and a basket. The history, the rules, and the heroines: these nonfiction accounts of women''s sports relate the interesting insights of each sport, including the rules, game play, and standout athletes. Girls looking for role models as well as the "hows and whys" of their favorite game will find the answers in these fresh, accessible titles. Part history, part biography, and part instruction, Girls Play to Win allows readers to access "everything they want to know" about the game. More than an introduction, this series takes what is likely an existing interest and allows the reader to delve deeper. Content consultants are real-world experts that include Olympic athletes and coaches. Library Media Connection Editor''s Choice

Ben Roethlisberger followed up his record-setting college career by leading the Pittsburgh Steelers to two Super Bowl titles in his first five years in the NFL. Along the way, he has aided communities through a variety of charitable efforts.

This title gives readers a balanced look at the evolution of news reporting and the surrounding arguments. Readers will learn the history of journalism and the effects of modern Internet news on the newspaper industry. Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-follow text. Features include a table of contents, timeline, facts, additional resources, web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index. Essential Viewpoints is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

This title examines the remarkable life of Barack Obama. Readers will learn about his childhood, education, community organizer work, and law career. Obama''s entry into politics is discussed in detail, including his rise from state senator to the first African-American president of the United States. Obama''s family life and societal contributions are also covered. Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Features include a timeline, facts, additional resources, web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index. Essential Lives is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Grades 6-9.

This book examines the issue of sportsmanship in youth athletics and its surrounding arguments. Sportsmanship in Youth Athletics familiarizes readers with ethics involving sports, rules and regulations, and the roles of the youth athlete, the parent, and the coach. Methods to make improvements in order to promote sportsmanship in youth athletics are also explained. Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-follow text. Features include a timeline, facts, additional resources, web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.

This book examines the issue of performance-enhancing drugs and its surrounding arguments. Performance-Enhancing Drugs familiarizes readers with the history of these drugs, the motivators for using them, and their side effects. Some of the biggest scandals involving performance-enhancing drugs are included, and ways to combat use of these drugs are also addressed. Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-follow text. Features include a timeline, facts, additional resources, web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.

"Readers will find out how to dribble, pass, shoot, and defend like their favorite sports stars"--Provided by publisher.

"A biography of NASCAR sports star Mark Martin"--Provided by publisher.

"A biography of English soccer player David Beckham"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the life and career of the quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles, discussing not only his athletic success, but also his charitable work outside of the sports world.

Profiles the presidents of the United States from 1870 to 1900.

A look at the life of the baseball star and his philanthropy.