Guides: Robins AFB Library: New Year

January Display Gallery

Children's New Year

The 7 Habits of Happy Kids by Sean Covey; Stacy Curtis (Illustrator)
ISBN: 9781416957768
Publication Date: 2008-09-16
In The 7 Habits of Happy Kids, Sean Covey uses beautifully illustrated stories to bring his family's successful philosophy to the youngest child.
The Best School Year Ever by Barbara Robinson
ISBN: 9780064404921
Publication Date: 2005-04-12
When anything goes wrong at Woodrow Wilson Elementary School, from the hexing of Bus Six to the mysterious disappearance of the kindergarten gerbil, it's sure to have a Herdman behind it. The Herdmans are more than famous -- they're outlaws. They smoke cigars, lie, and set fire to things, and that's only when they bother to come to school!
We Celebrate New Year by Bobbie Kalman
ISBN: 9780865050419
Publication Date: 1985-12-01
Describes the origins of New Year's celebrations and traditions and how they differ throughout the world. Includes games, recipes, songs, customs, and interesting facts from various countries.
Weird but True World 2023 by National Geographic Kids
ISBN: 9781426374524
Publication Date: 2022-08-23
The BLOCKBUSTER kid-favorite series Weird But True! is busting out with a BIG, BOLD annual extravaganza of the wackiest, wildest, and downright weirdest wonders on planet Earth.
Who Stole New Year's Eve? by Martha Freeman
ISBN: 9780823427505
Publication Date: 2013-09-01
Between Christmas and New Year's Eve, College Springs has a winter carnival, complete with ice sculptures; however, this year someone has stolen all thirty-seven of them, including one on Chickadee Court.

Fitness

How to stay fit as you age by Name Bonura, Kimberlee Bethany
ISBN: 9781629970158
Age brings with it many rewarding benefits: wisdom, patience, experience, understanding. But you can make deliberate decisions that can transform your experience of aging into a positive and, above all, healthy one. It all starts with staying fit. The path to maintaining and improving your physical health starts right here with the 12 engaging lectures and 6 active training sessions of How to Stay Fit as You Age.
Lose It Fast, Lose It Forever by Pete Thomas; Jillian Michaels (Foreword by)
ISBN: 9781583334997
Publication Date: 2012-09-13
One of the most successful contestants on NBC’s The Biggest Loser shares his time-tested fitness program, which has helped hundreds of his students lose weight . . . and keep it off.
Tai Chi Fit For a Healthy Back by Ross, David-Dorian
ISBN: 9781594396946
Relieve your back pain naturally with this easy program. Back pain is one of the most common problems in the world, often caused by working too hard, or sometimes by not getting enough exercise. Studies show by the age of 65 more than two thirds of the population have suffered from lower back pain at least once, and a great many suffer from it daily. Back pain can make almost everything else in life nearly impossible and can lead to a sedentary lifestyle and depression.
Tai Chi Fit For Women by Ross, David-Dorian
ISBN: 9781594396915
Enjoy this fun and easy Tai Chi Class Specifically for Women. When you look at the balance of fitness routines recommended for health and longevity, it turns out that most of them were actually designed for men. They fit men’s personalities, muscle structure and physique. Fitness programs for women have often just been watered down men’s workouts. But women have different needs when it comes to health and fitness. In this program, David-Dorian Ross and female TaijiFit teachers guide you through a Tai Chi workout designed especially for women.

New You Inspiration

Deep Work by Cal Newport
ISBN: 9781455586691
Publication Date: 2016-01-05
Deep work is the ability to focus without distraction on a cognitively demanding task. It's a skill that allows you to quickly master complicated information and produce better results in less time. Deep Work will make you better at what you do and provide the sense of true fulfillment that comes from craftsmanship.
Do Better Work by Max Yoder
ISBN: 9781732843905
Publication Date: 2019-02-19
Share before you’re ready. Get more agreements. Have difficult conversations. These are a few of the practical but profound ideas Lessonly CEO Max Yoder shares in Do Better Work. No matter your rank or role, if you want to see more understanding, accountability, and progress on your team, these stories and examples are for you.
A Power Beyond Belief by Andy Cook
ISBN: 9780825423963
Publication Date: 2003-07-14
Dare to dream and brace yourself for miracles as Pulitzer Prize winning editor, Andy Cook, introduces the power, promises, and practical truths of Acts . . . still available today.
Quiet Strength by Tony Dungy; Denzel Washington (Foreword by); Nathan Whitaker (As told to)
ISBN: 9781414318011
Publication Date: 2007-07-10
Tony Dungy's words and example have intrigued millions of people, particularly following his victory in Super Bowl XLI, the first for an African American coach. How is it possible for a coach--especially a football coach--to win the respect of his players and lead them to the Super Bowl without the screaming histrionics, the profanities, the demand that the sport come before anything else?
Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab
ISBN: 9780593192092
Publication Date: 2021-03-16
Licensed counselor, sought-after relationship expert, and one of the most influential therapists on Instagram Nedra Glover Tawwab demystifies this complex topic for today's world. In a relatable and inclusive tone, Set Boundaries, Find Peace presents simple-yet-powerful ways to establish healthy boundaries in all aspects of life.
Us by Lisa Oz; Mehmet C. Oz (Intro and Notes by)
ISBN: 9781439123928
Publication Date: 2010-04-06
Co-author of the YOU: The Owner's Manual series Lisa Oz explores how healthy relationships are the key to growth of the mind, body, and spirit.
You Were Born for This by Bruce Wilkinson; David Kopp (As told to)
ISBN: 9781601421821
Publication Date: 2009-09-15
His New York Times-bestseller The Prayer of Jabez changed how millions pray. Now Wilkinson starts with the dramatic premise that everyone at all times is in need of a miracle, and that God is ready to meet those needs supernaturally through ordinary people who are willing to learn the protocol of heaven.
Zero Regrets by Apolo Anton Ohno (Read by)
ISBN: 9781442339637
Publication Date: 2010-10-26
Gold medal-winning Olympic speed skater Apolo Ohno shares the inspiring personal story behind his enduring success as an elite athlete and reveals the universal life lessons he has learned through his training and competition.

Superbowl Prep (LVII takes place on Sunday, February 12th)

Bleachers by John Grisham
ISBN: 9780385511612
Publication Date: 2003-09-09
High school All-American Neely Crenshaw was probably the best quarterback ever to play for the legendary Messina Spartans. Fifteen years have gone by since those glory days, and Neely has come home to Messina to bury Coach Eddie Rake, the man who molded the Spartans into an unbeatable football dynasty.
First Team by Tim Green
ISBN: 9780062208750
Publication Date: 2014-09-30
From New York Times bestselling author and former NFL defensive end Tim Green comes the companion novel to New Kid. Brock is back, and in a new town, this time playing football. But will his plans to make the first team be shattered?
Until Friday Night by Abbi Glines
ISBN: 9781481438858
Publication Date: 2015-08-25
To everyone who knows him, West Ashby has always been that guy: the cocky, popular, way-too-handsome-for-his-own-good football god who led Lawton High to the state championships. But while West may be Big Man on Campus on the outside, on the inside he’s battling the grief that comes with watching his father slowly die of cancer.
The Walk On by John Feinstein
ISBN: 9780385753463
Publication Date: 2014-09-09
Bestselling sportswriter John Feinstein kicks off a new series for middle grade featuring Alex Myers, a student athlete who tries to take on the sports establishment in his new town.
End Zone by Tiki Barber; Ronde Barber; Paul Mantell (As told to)
ISBN: 9781416990970
Publication Date: 2012-08-28
The Hidden Valley Eagles have high hopes for the football championship in this middle grade novel from NFL superstars and bestselling authors Tiki and Ronde Barber. Tiki and Ronde are ready to end junior high with a win--a big win! Their dream is to see their team in the championship, and with the Hidden Valley Eagles' undefeated season, their chances are strong.
I Feel Like Going On by Ray Lewis; Daniel Paisner
ISBN: 9781501112355
Publication Date: 2015-10-20
Ray Lewis, legendary Baltimore Ravens linebacker and one of the greatest defensive players of his generation, holds nothing back on the state of football as well as his troubled childhood, his rise to athletic greatness, the storm that threatened to ruin his NFL career, and the devastating injury that nearly cost him a final moment of glory.

The Last of Us Similars (Premieres January 15th)

The Last of Us Part II (PS4)

Five years after their dangerous journey across the post-pandemic United States, Ellie and Joel have settled down in Jackson, Wyoming in The Last of Us Part 2 from Naughty Dog for the Sony PS4. Living amongst a thriving community of survivors has allowed them peace and stability, despite the constant threat of the infected and other, more desperate survivors. When a violent event disrupts that peace, Ellie embarks on a relentless journey to carry out justice and find closure. As she hunts those responsible one by one, she is confronted with the devastating physical and emotional repercussions of her actions.

Uncharted (DVD)

Treasure hunter Nathan Drake, a descendent of explorer Sir Francis Drake, learns the whereabouts of El Dorado, the fabled South American golden city.

Uncharted Legacy of Thieves Collection (PS5)

Seek your fortune and leave your mark on the map in the UNCHARTED: Legacy of Thieves Collection. Uncover the thrilling cinematic storytelling and the largest blockbuster action set pieces in the UNCHARTED franchise, packed with all the wit, cunning, and over the top moments of the beloved thieves - Nathan Drake and Chloe Frazer.

The Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials (DVD)

In this next chapter of the epic "Maze Runner" saga, Thomas (Dylan O'Brien) and his fellow Gladers face their greatest challenge yet: searching for clues about the mysterious and powerful organization known as WCKD. Their journey takes them to the Scorch, a desolate landscape filled with unimaginable obstacles. Teaming up with resistance fighters, the Gladers take on WCKD's vastly superior forces and uncover it's shocking plans for them all.

The Maze Runner: The Death Cure (DVD)

The thrilling sci-fi series comes to an end with this action-packed tale based on the third and final book in James Dashner's trilogy of young adult novels. The heroic Thomas (Dylan O'Brien) and his friends undertake a dangerous mission to bring down the evil agency WCKD once and for all. But is Thomas also the key to a cure for the deadly virus that turns humans into zombie-like monsters?

The Man Who Would Be King (DVD)

Sean Connery and Michael Caine – chins out, shoulders squared and with a sly wink – star as British sergeants Danny Dravot and Peachy Carnehan. The Empire was built by men like these two. Now they’re out to build their own empire, venturing into remote Kafiristan to become rich as kings.