Books by Bob Tyler

Children who listen to or read this story will benefit from reflecting on the underlying ideas with a parent or teacher. Humor and positive interactions between the characters are used to introduce scientific notions, mathematical terminology, organizational skills, and problem-solving techniques. This is in the spirit of National Science Education Standards recommendations under K-4 Science and Technology Content Standard E. Fertile ground is provided for developing an appreciation for the views of others and for the productivity inherent in cooperative effort.

Enough Already! is an easy read that educates alcoholics and addicts on precisely what to do to get and stay sober. After learning about the disease of alcoholism/addiction and time-tested tools of recovery, the reader is introduced to relapse prevention strategies, the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous and other 12 Step programs, and coping skills to deal with uncomfortable emotions that often lead to drug and alcohol use. This is followed by specific instructions on how to get started in recovery and a final inspiring chapter entitled "The Miracle." Having years of sobriety and experience in the field of chemical dependency, Bob presents the information in this book drawing from personal and professional perspectives. Therefore, the reader learns the principles of sobriety and how to apply them in daily living through Bob's candid self-disclosure - a unique quality of this book.

In this book you will find descriptions of over 1500 miles on 59 rivers and creeks in Northern Illinois.You will also discover the Indian villages and early settlers and their stories.The author spent over ten years exploring these unique watersheds. From the "Mighty Mississippi" to smallest canoeable creek, it has all been covered in Canoeing Adventures in Northern Illinois.