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Ben Nussbaum

    Tower Power
    Showdown
    Fantastic Lives
    Gettysburg
    The Sound of Music
    California's Indian Nations
    • 2022

      Tower Power

      • 20 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Engaging with building blocks, early readers explore shapes and their impact on functionality. The book features playful illustrations and simple text, making it an enjoyable educational experience for young learners.

      Tower Power
    • 2022

      Exploring the mechanics of U.S. elections, this Grade 4 nonfiction reader highlights the voting process and the government's role in safeguarding it. The book emphasizes the significance of voting and includes a related fictional story to engage readers. Additionally, it features a "Civics in Action" activity, providing an interactive way for students to understand civic responsibilities and the electoral system.

      What's the Deal with Voting?
    • 2022

      Regarded as the turning point of the American Civil War, Gettysburg commemorates the three-day battle that took place over 150 years ago. From the first shots fired on the morning of July 1, 1863 to Robert E. Lee's losing gamble known as Pickett's Charge on July 3 that resulted in thousands of... číst celé

      Gettysburg
    • 2021

      Exploring the concept of freedom, this nonfiction reader delves into the meaning behind the song "America." It combines an engaging fictional story with discussion questions and an extension activity to enhance understanding. Designed to encourage students to reflect on their own interpretations of freedom, the book offers a comprehensive approach to the topic with additional features that facilitate deeper engagement.

      My Country, 'Tis of Thee
    • 2019

      The sport of disc golf is fairly new, but it's exploding in popularity. Similar to golf, participants throw flying discs into target baskets. Learn rational numbers as you read about this up-and-coming sport. Packed with factual information and high-interest content, this fiction math book uses real-world examples of problem solving to build students' math and reading skills. Let's Explore Math sidebars feature math questions that challenge students to develop their math skills. A problem-solving section at the end of the book prompts students to reflect and apply what they've learned. Demystify math with this leveled book that makes learning math fun and accessible for kids ages 10-12 and appeals to reluctant readers.

      Fun and Games: Disc Golf: Rational Numbers
    • 2018

      Fantastic Lives

      Against All Odds : Against All Odds

      • 50 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Adversity can be a catalyst for growth, as illustrated by the remarkable journeys of figures like Bethany Hamilton and Oprah Winfrey, who turned challenges into success. This engaging nonfiction book combines their inspiring stories with fun facts and sidebars, enhancing student engagement and comprehension. Full-color illustrations, along with a glossary, index, and table of contents, support reading skills. Additional resources and activities encourage deeper understanding and critical thinking, making it a captivating read for students.

      Fantastic Lives
    • 2018

      Showdown

      Olympic Spirit : Olympic Spirit

      • 50 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Exploring the transformative power of the Olympics, this informative book highlights how competition fosters community over its 100-year history. It covers the Olympics, Paralympics, and Special Olympics, featuring inspiring athlete stories and engaging facts. Enhanced with TIME© content, it includes text features, a Reader's Guide, and interactive activities to deepen comprehension and critical thinking. Additional resources for further exploration are also provided, making it a captivating read for students.

      Showdown
    • 2018

      Communicate! Sports Speeches

      • 50 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Focusing on the emotional highs and lows of sports, this book highlights timeless speeches from players and coaches that resonate with inspiration and wisdom. It combines captivating stories with engaging visuals and fun facts, making it an informative read. Features like a glossary, index, and table of contents enhance comprehension and vocabulary, while the Reader's Guide and Try It! activities promote critical thinking. Additionally, resources for further exploration encourage students to delve deeper into the world of sports rhetoric.

      Communicate! Sports Speeches
    • 2018

      Integrating math with literacy, this resource helps fifth graders explore mathematical concepts through real-world scenarios. Students will enhance their skills in dividing fractions while enjoying a narrative centered around an exciting amusement park trip, making learning both engaging and relevant.

      Engineering Marvels: Roller Coasters: Dividing Fractions
    • 2017

      California's Indian Nations

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Focusing on the Tongva, Yokuts, and Yana tribes, this primary source reader presents a wealth of historical documents that encourage critical thinking about the events and experiences of these California tribes. The collection offers students a deeper understanding of indigenous perspectives and the complexities of their histories, making it an engaging resource for exploring cultural narratives and historical context.

      California's Indian Nations