Books with author Robert F. Marx

Advice for modern dilemmas from the greatest Western philosophers.How can Kant comfort you when you get ditched via text message? How can Aristotle cure your hangover? How can Heidegger make you feel better when your dog dies? When You Kant Figure It Out, Ask a Philosopher explains how pearls of wisdom from the greatest Western philosophers can help us face and make light of some of the daily challenges of modern life. In twelve clever, accessible chapters, you'll get advice from Epicurus about how to disconnect from constant news alerts and social media updates, Nietzsche's take on getting in shape, John Stuart Mill's tips for handling bad birthday presents, and many other classic insights to help you navigate life today. Hilarious, practical, and edifying, When You Kant Figure It Out, Ask a Philosopher brings the best thinkers of the past into the 21st Century to help us all make sense of a chaotic new world.

Eleven-year-old Tommy's classmates are annoyed with him for always goofing off and disrupting class. Tommy has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), which makes sitting still, being quiet and focusing on the teacher difficult. His friends, brothers Aiden and Jacob, want to help. But Tommy's two buddies are more than just siblings, they're actually Ninjas! Their power comes from the magic of two ancient Ninja rings that their great-great-grandfather, an explorer, passed down to them. Aiden and Jacob's Ninja rings give them the power to understand how Tommy's ADHD brain thinks differently. They help him adapt to challenges in the classroom, on the playground, and at home. Through the powerful bonds of friendship, Aiden and Jacob learn that Tommy’s different way of seeing the world gives him some superpowers, too! Blending humor and action-hero fantasy, Entering the Deep Unknown (The Amazing Ninja Brothers), is the perfect read for kids, parents, friends and teachers navigating the challenges and opportunities of ADHD.

Eleven-year-old Tommy's classmates are annoyed with him for always goofing off and disrupting class. Tommy has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), which makes sitting still, being quiet and focusing on the teacher difficult. His friends, brothers Aiden and Jacob, want to help. But Tommy's two buddies are more than just siblings, they're actually Ninjas! Their power comes from the magic of two ancient Ninja rings that their great-great-grandfather, an explorer, passed down to them. Aiden and Jacob's Ninja rings give them the power to understand how Tommy's ADHD brain thinks differently. They help him adapt to challenges in the classroom, on the playground, and at home. Through the powerful bonds of friendship, Aiden and Jacob learn that Tommy’s different way of seeing the world gives him some superpowers, too! Blending humor and action-hero fantasy, Entering the Deep Unknown (The Amazing Ninja Brothers), is the perfect read for kids, parents, friends and teachers navigating the challenges and opportunities of ADHD.

Advice for modern dilemmas from the greatest Western philosophers.How can Kant comfort you when you get ditched via text message? How can Aristotle cure your hangover? How can Heidegger make you feel better when your dog dies? When You Kant Figure It Out, Ask a Philosopher explains how pearls of wisdom from the greatest Western philosophers can help us face and make light of some of the daily challenges of modern life. In twelve clever, accessible chapters, you'll get advice from Epicurus about how to disconnect from constant news alerts and social media updates, Nietzsche's take on getting in shape, John Stuart Mill's tips for handling bad birthday presents, and many other classic insights to help you navigate life today. Hilarious, practical, and edifying, When You Kant Figure It Out, Ask a Philosopher brings the best thinkers of the past into the 21st Century to help us all make sense of a chaotic new world.

EVERY PARENT HOPES HIS OR HER CHILDREN WILL LEARN THE VALUE OF TRUE FRIENDSHIP AND CULTIVATE LASTING BONDS. MOREOVER, EVERY CHILD AT SOME POINT LOOKS AT THE WORLD AND SEES CONFUSION. IN "ONE GOOD DAY", AUTHOR ROBERT MARTIN RECOUNTS A STORY OF FRIENDSHIP THAT RISES ABOVE THE CONFUSION TO REVEAL FUNDAMENTAL TRUTHS ABOUT BEING YOUNG. IN "ONE GOOD DAY--THE ADVENTURES OF ROCKY AND SCOUT", AUTHOR MARTIN SHARES A HEARTWARMINGLY SIMPLE STORY ABOUT FRIENDSHIP AND DIVERSITY, THROUGH A YOUNG PERSON'S EYES. WHATEVER YOUR AGE, WE ALL SEEK "ONE GOOD DAY" EACH DAY. IN ROCKY AND SCOUT, TWO YOUNG BOYS FROM DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS FIND IN EACH OTHER NOT ONLY A TRUE FRIENDSHIP, BUT SOMETHING MORE. WHEN THEY ARE TOGETHER, THE WORLD BECOMES A MORE BEAUTIFUL PLACE, AND THE CONFUSION OF THE EVERYDAY WORLD EVAPORATES. AUTHOR ROBERT MARTIN GREW UP NEVER KNOWING HIS FATHER, BUT HIS HAPPY CHILDHOOD IN SUBURBAN PHILADELPHIA INSPIRED HIM TO MENTOR OTHER YOUNG PEOPLE. AS A 28-YEAR POLICE PROFESSIONAL, AND THE CHIEF OF POLICE FOR A LARGE SUBURBAN POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR THE PAST FOURTEEN YEARS, HE HAS HAD THE PRIVILEGE OF HELPING MANY YOUNG PEOPLE THROUGH DIFFICULT MOMENTS. HE COACHES BASEBALL AT THE HIGH SCHOOL LEVEL, AND HIS GREATEST PASSION IS THE MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL RBI PROGRAM, "REVIVING BASEBALL IN INNER CITIES." IN THIS CAPACITY, MARTIN ENJOYS HELPING UNDERPRIVILEGED YOUNG MEN FIND THEIR WAY IN THE WORLD.

Eleven-year-old Tommy's classmates are annoyed with him for always goofing off and disrupting class. Tommy has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), which makes sitting still, being quiet and focusing on the teacher difficult. His friends, brothers Aiden and Jacob, want to help. But Tommy's two buddies are more than just siblings, their actually Ninjas! Their power comes from the magic of two ancient Ninja rings that their great-great-grandfather, an explorer, passed down to them. Aiden and Jacob's Ninja rings give them the power to understand how Tommy's ADHD brain thinks differently. They help him adapt to challenges in the classroom, on the playground, and at home. Through the powerful bonds of friendship, Aiden and Jacob learn that Tommy's different way of seeing the world gives him some superpowers, too! Blending humor and action-hero fantasy, Entering the Deep Unknown (The Amazing Ninja Brothers), is the perfect read for kids, parents, friends and teachers navigating the challenges and opportunities of ADHD.