The Best Instrument Instructional Books 2025

1. Hal Leonard - John Thompson's Easiest Piano Course Part 1 Instructional Book - Multi

HAL LEONARD Mandolin Method Pack: A-style with F-style soundholes; mahogany fretboard; includes a method book/CD, chord scale finder, DVD and case

This instructional book is designed to suit the needs of children who are learning to play the piano and includes characters, illustrations, review work, worksheets, sight-reading drills, accompaniments and more.

2. TI-30XS MultiView Scientific Calculator

The TI-30XS MultiView™ is a powerful, four-line scientific calculator for high school math and science exploration. The MathPrint™ textbook display shows fractions, symbols and math representations as they appear in textbooks.. In addition, the TI-30XS MultiView™ scientific calculator is approved for use on SAT®, ACT® and AP® exams.

View multiple calculations at the same time: Compare results and explore patterns on-screen with the MultiView™ display, which supports up to four lines. See math exactly as it appears in textbooks: Display math expressions, symbols and stacked fractions exactly the way they appear in textbooks — no need to adapt to a technical syntax; also provides quick access to frequently used functions. Scientific notation output: View scientific notation with the proper superscripted exponents and see the output in scientific notation. Explore (x,y) table of value: Students can easily explore an (x,y) table of values for a given function, automatically or by entering specific x values. The TI-30XS MultiView is ideal for general math, pre-algebra, algebra I and II, geometry, statistics, general science, biology and chemistry

3. Texas Instruments - BA-II Plus Adv. Financial Calculator - Black

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Easy-to-use Financial Calculator solves time-value-of-money calculations such as annuities, mortgages, leases, savings, and more. Generate amortization schedules. Compute NPV, IIR, break-even calculations, interest conversions, delta percent, profit and loss, cost, selling price, margin and markup. Performs cash-flow analysis for up to 24 uneven cash flows with up to four-digit frequencies. Calculator offers depreciation schedules; two day-count methods (actual or 30/360) to calculate bond price or yield to maturity or to call; list-based one-variable and two-variable statistics with four regression options: linear, logarithmic, exponential and power. Math functions include trigonometric calculations, natural logarithms, and powers. Design also features 10-digit display and 10 user memories. Automatic power-down conserves power. Calculator includes a protective slide case and one lithium 2032 battery.

4. Texas Instruments TI-83 Plus Programmable Graphing Calculator, 10-Digit LCD

This powerful calculator has the features that students need for algebra through calculus, plus statistics and finance. Features Flash™ technology that makes it electronically upgradeable, adds memory, and with the TI-Connectivity Kit (sold separately), permits installation of software from your computer. 8 line by 16-character display. 24 KB of available RAM memory. Grades 9 and up.

Ideal for geometry and other advanced math work Great for solving scientific hypothesis through tests, stats and calculations LCD screen features 64 x 96 pixel resolution for clear, readable display Can display graphs and tables on split screen to trace graph while scrolling through table values Permitted or required for use on many standardized tests and courses including ACT, PSAT/NMSQT, SAT i/II and AP math and science courses

5. Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS Two-Line Scientific Calculator High School and College

The TI-30XIIS™ is a fundamental, two-line calculator that combines statistics and advanced scientific functions for high school math and science. The two-line display shows the entry and calculated result simultaneously for easy understanding of the calculation. In addition, the TI-30XIIS™ scientific calculator is approved for use on SAT®, ACT® and AP® exams. The solar and battery-powered TI-30XIIS™ is Ideal for general math, pre-algebra, algebra I and II, geometry, statistics and general science.

One- and two-variable statistics Recognizes π as a symbol in radian mode Adds, subtracts, multiplies and divides fractions entered in traditional numerator/denominator format Menus that allow you to select settings appropriate for your calculation needs Fraction features Conversions Basic scientific and trigonometric functions Edit, cut and paste entries Solar and battery powered

6. Texas Instruments TI-89 Titanium Graphing Calculator, Multicolor

Calculator provides advanced graphing for calculus, AP courses and university studies. Permitted for use on many state and standardized tests. Includes official AP calculus review questions on the enclosed product CD. Graphs functions, parametric and polar equations, recursively-defined sequences, three-dimensional surfaces, and differential equations. Includes EE*Pro App for electrical engineering. Icon desktop allows easier access to Apps and editors. Includes USB unit-to-unit link cable and TI Connectivity Cable. Offers 188K bytes of user-available RAM, 2.7MB of user-available Flash ROM for data archive and Apps, 100 x 160 pixel display, internal clock with date and time display, 99 graphing equations, 20 stored constants with symbolic units for scientific calculations, and 100 symbolic units in 28 categories for use in equations, computations, and unit conversions.

Texas Instruments TI-89 Titanium Graphing Calculator, Multicolor The Texas Instruments TI-89 Titanium Graphing Calculator, Multicolor Electronically upgradeable for the latest functionality and software applications 16 preloaded graphing calculator software applications ideal for college math and engineering coursework Memory management feature allows creation of folders for specific applications or subjects Icon desktop for easier access to applications and editors Pretty Print displays equations and results with radical notation, stacked fractions, and superscript exponents Permitted for use on many state and standardized tests Power Source: Battery Display Notation: Graphic Display Resolution: 160 x 120 pixels Memory: 188KB RAM; 2.7MB ROM Display Type: LCD Hard case for durability Backspace key for easy corrections Supports complex number calculations and hypothesis testing Unlimited levels of parentheses for advanced calculations Graphing functions include 3-D, differential equations, histogram, parametric, and zoom Size: 3 3/8 x 7 1/2 inches I/O port for connectivity Replacement batteries: AAA; 3V Lithium This graphing calculator is designed to meet the needs of students and professionals in mathematics and engineering, providing a robust set of features for advanced calculations and graphing capabilities

7. Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus Graphing Calculator, 10-Digit LCD

Get accurate results with the Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus Programmable Graphing Calculator (10-Digit LCD). An essential educational tool, it is conveniently preloaded with software, including Cabri Jr. interactive geometry software. This Texas scientific calculator features up to ten graphing functions that can be defined, saved, graphed and analyzed at one time. The advanced functions are easily accessed through pull-down display menus for convenience and ease of use. This programmable scientific calculator has horizontal and vertical split screen options. It also features an I/O port for communication with other TI products. The Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus graphing calculator has eight display lines, includes a USB computer cable and is fully compatible with TI-83 Plus.

Preloaded with software, including Cabri Jr. interactive geometry software Up to 10 graphing functions defined, saved, graphed and analyzed at once Advanced functions accessed through pull-down display menus Horizontal and vertical split screen options I/O port for communication with other TI products

8. Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus CE Graphing Calculator, Black

30% lighter and thinner than earlier generation TI-84 Plus models. Vibrant backlit color screen. Pre-loaded Apps and Images. The TI Rechargeable Battery conveniently recharges using a USB cable, wall charger or TI-84 Plus C Charging Station. The same menu structure and navigation as the TI-84 Plus family make it easy to pick up and learn. Built-in MathPrint functionality allows you to input and view math symbols, formulas and stacked fractions exactly as they appear in textbooks. Deepen student understanding of math concepts with images. Import photos from a computer to the calculator and graph on top of the images to create an engaging learning experience.

Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus CE Graphing Calculator, Black 30% lighter and thinner than earlier generation TI-84 Plus models Vibrant backlit color screen for enhanced visibility Pre-loaded apps and images for immediate use TI rechargeable battery conveniently recharges using a USB cable wall charger or TI-84 Plus C Charging Station Same menu structure and navigation as the TI-84 Plus family for easy learning Built-in MathPrint functionality allows input and viewing of math symbols formulas and stacked fractions as they appear in textbooks Import photos from a computer to graph on top of images creating an engaging learning experience

9. One TI-Nspire with Recharge Battery

Texas Instruments TI-Nspire CX II Advanced statistics analysis, including 10 hypothesis testing functions, seven confidence interval functions and one-way analysis of variance. Eighteen probability distributions functions, including the cumulative distribution function (CDF), probability density function (PDF) and inverse probability distribution function for normal, chi-squared, t-, and F- distributions; and the CDF and PDF for binomial, geometric and Poisson distributions. Three statistical plot definitions for scatter plots, xy-line plots, histograms, regular and modified box-and-whisker plots, and normal probability plots. Power Source(s): Battery; Display Notation: Graphic; Number of Display Digits: 10; Memory: 90+ MB Storage Memory; 64 MB Operating Memory. Depreciation Calculations: No Display Window Resolution: 320 x 240 Entry Logic: Algebraic Equation Editor: Yes Grand Total Key: No Graphing Functions: Differential Equations; Histogram; Parametric; Plot; Zoom Higher Mathematical Functions: Algebra; Chemistry; Geometry; Plot; Polynomial Equations; Statistics; Trigonometry Hyperbolic Functions: Yes Hypothesis Testing: Yes Interest Rate Conversion: Yes Item Count Function: No Levels of Parentheses: Unlimited Linear Regression: No Loan Calculation: No Date Calculations: No Cost/Sell/Margin: No Confidence Interval Calculating: Yes Complex Number Calculations: Yes Cash Flow Calculations: Yes Bond Calculations: No Base Number Calculations: Yes Amortization: Yes Double Zero Key: No Backspace Key: No Metric Conversion: No Currency Exchange Function: No +/- Switch Key: No Decimal Function: No Fraction/Decimal Conversions: No Fraction Calculations: No Percent Key(s): No Case: Slide-On Hard Case Calculators Display Type: LCD Calculators Memory: 90+ MB Storage Memory; 64 MB Operating Memory Number of Display Digits: 10 Display Notation: Graphic Power Source(s): Battery Global Product Type: Graphing Calculators Logical (Boolean) Operations: Yes Markup/Down Key: Yes Matrices: Yes Percent Add-On/Discount: No Polar-Rectangular Conversion: No Probability (Random Number): Yes Simultaneous Equations: No Square Root Key: Yes Tax Calculation: No Time-Value-of-Money: No Time/Date: No Trig/Log Functions: No Variable Regression: No Size: 3.54 x 7.48 Wall-Mountable: No Product Biodegradability Indicator: N Product Compostability Indicator: N Package Includes: Rechargeable Battery; Slide Case; USB Cables; Student Software License; Documentation Pre-Consumer Recycled Content Percent: 0% Post-Consumer Recycled Content Percent: 0% Total Recycled Content Percent: 0% Manufacturers limited one-year warranty.

One (1) unit with rechargeable battery and student software in a trapped blister

10. The Mortal Instruments [Blu-ray] [2013]

Perform complex mathematical operations with this TI-Nspire CX II graphing calculator. The high-resolution LCD screen displays vivid graphics, easy-to-see formulas and statistical data representations, enhancing comprehension. This TI-Nspire CX II graphing calculator can be used in ACT and SAT, PSAT/NMSQT and AP exams, supporting students when they need it most.