Find out the most important information for middle school kids who want to do well in math challenges such as MathCON, AMC-8, MATHCOUNTS, and others.This detailed book was carefully written to help readers improve their math knowledge and problem-solving skills. It covers basic ideas, more advanced methods, and how to prepare for specific math competitions. It has practice questions with answers, tips from past Olympiad winners, and information about more difficult...

Rod Langley’s Bethune chronicles the medical and political career of Norman Bethune, a Canadian-born doctor who died a national hero in the Republic of China in 1939. He remains an esteemed figure in China today, for his selfless contributions to the Communist Party of China during the Second Sino-Japanese War (1937–1945), when he trained rural peasants to serve as army medics and set up much-needed base hospitals that ultimately saved thousands of lives.In the 1920s, Beth...

The essays are characterized by English's sharp reasoning, eloquent prose, and unorthodox perspectives. He addresses topics ranging from religious orthodoxy to the role of reason in faith, advocating for a rational and individualistic approach to understanding moral and spiritual truths. Through his arguments, English seeks to empower readers to question authority, tradition, and blind adherence to established doctrines.While Five Pebbles from the Brook did not achieve widespread acclaim d...

"My First Deployment: Chronicles of a Military Journey" reveals military veteran Ronald Bethune's heartfelt experiences of being deployed for the first time in the Middle East. The emotional narrative shares the ups and downs during deployment, uncovering the reality of a soldier's life beyond battle. Ronald’s book portrays the challenges, especially the emotional separation from his wife and family—a testament to the struggles of military service.Faith is Bethune's unwavering stre...

Barnaby Dell is a lazy farmer who just wants to take a nap! Once he falls asleep, so do the rest of the animals on his farm. That is until a horse fly bites the donkey who subsequently wakes each and every animal on the farm! Children will love the playful illustrations of farm animals as each is woken from his peaceful slumber. Large, clear font helps children read this fun tale of one farmer's attempt at a mid-day rest.

The Bethune Blueprint is a book for Faithpreneurs and Black women in particular. It uses the life lessons of my grandmother, Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, and connects her incredible accomplishments to some of the strong women of today. Her humanity is proof that no matter the obstacles, we can accomplish extraordinary things if we believe in ourselves and the power of God. Her parents were enslaved in this country and educating black people was illegal in many states, yet Mary McLeod Bethune f...

As a second lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps during the War of 1812 assigned to Marine Corps headquarters, English sailed to the Mediterranean, and was among the first citizens of the United States known to have visited Egypt. Shortly after arriving in Egypt he resigned his commission, converted to Islam and joined Isma'il Pasha in an expedition up the Nile River against Sennar in 1820, winning distinction as an officer of artillery. He published his Narrative of the Expedition...

If you enjoy reading about all the interesting characters in the Bible, then you will enjoy Bible Characters in Poetry.Leah Stevens, an ordained minister, and a Bible scholar-historian, has years of experience in following God. I am happy to recommend this book of poems. The Lord has prepared her for just this purpose. Enjoy as you read with an open heart.Pastor Rev. Oscar Whiteside, Jr., Living Waters Church, Augusta, GeorgiaBible Characters in Poetry has ...

The text is a collection of poems written by Bethune as a response to what he went through and learned in life. Readers will discover that as he grew up never really knowing the beliefs of his parents or neighbors, he felt cheated and went on to write poems that deal with ignorance, emotion, social norms, religion, life and much more. This book also contains details that recall the events that happened in the authors life, who were the people he cared about, how he reacted towards what hap...

Enjoy the expanded and updated editions of the best-selling "Lord" Bible Study Series from Kay Arthur. The "Lord" study series is an insightful, warm-hearted Bible study series designed to meet readers where they are--and help them discover God's answers to their deepest needs.Can God Really Change You from the Inside Out? Yes!Who are you...on the inside? Are you growing into the image of Christ? Or are you far from being all you want to be in the Lord?

The Follow-up to Steven Pressfield's bestselling THE WAR OF ART"You don't need to take a course or buy a product. All you have to do is change your mind." -- Steven PressfieldTURNING PRO IS FREE, BUT IT'S NOT EASYWhen we turn pro, we give up a life that we may have become extremely comfortable with. WE give up a self that we have come to identify with and to call our own.TURNING PRO IS FREE, BUT IT DEMANDS SACRIFICEThe passage from amateur to profess...

The spirit guide can serve as a liaison between the mortal world and the divine. Spirit guides are all around us, doing good work for those who are in need. If we seek assistance from these entities, they will help us; all we need to do is ask for their help. If we decide to take the opportunity, spirit guides are willing to assist and serve us with their abilities. Although we may never be able to see our spirit guides or the various guides who drift through the earthly plane, we can feel...