Books by Ben Nussbaum

Packed with facts, stories, and illustrations, a guide to the historic Pennsylvania battle that marked a turning point in the American Civil War.From the first shots fired at 7:30 a.m. on July 1, 1863 in a field west of Gettysburg to Robert E. Lee's losing gamble known as Pickett's Charge on July 3, just fifty-five hours later, Gettysburg is a snapshot of three of the most important days in US history. Editor Ben Nussbaum has compiled a fascinating retelling of political, military, and social conditions that thrust the sleepy town of Gettysburg forever into the pages of history books. In addition to informative timelines and fact sheets of the battle of Gettysburg and the Civil War, this handsomely illustrated volume also captures the human stories-of Father Corby and the Irish Brigade; Amos Humiston, the unidentified father who died in battle clutching a photograph of his three children; the eleven-year-old sergeant, John L. Clem, who killed a Confederate soldier; John Burns, the only civilian to fight in the battle; and Jubal Early, an unlikely general who "e;scared Abraham Lincoln like hell."e; Also included is the poignant story and photographs of a reunion fifty years later of fifty thousand Union and Confederate veterans, among them a man believed to be 112 years old, and a chapter focusing on a dozen significant monuments among Gettysburg's numerous historic landmarks. In addition, a resource section offers readers and visitors ways to learn more about the Battle of Gettysburg, including books, websites, and games.

Learn how engineers are turning to ancient Inka history for ideas on how to solve modern day problems! Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, this high-interest STEAM reader builds literacy skills and features a hands-on STEAM challenge.

Learn how ornithologists are using modern technology to help migratory birds. Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, this book builds literacy skills and uses real-world examples to show how the engineering design process is used to solve problems.

Read how Smithsonian conservators saved and restored an experimental WWII aircraft from ruin! With a hands-on STEAM activity and career connections, this book uses real-world examples to teach how the engineering design process is used to solve problems.

The Inka Empire's grass suspension bridges were engineering marvels. Learn about the engineering behind them with this book that features a hands-on STEAM challenge and details how the engineering design process is used to solve real-world problems.

When Samantha is bitten by a venomous snake, it's up to her dog, Hickory, to get help and save the day. Readers will be captivated by this beautifully illustrated adventure story featuring a short chapter format and compelling text.

Be inspired by the stories of six individuals who overcame adversity and achieved success! With TIME content and images, this full-color book explores contemporary issues, builds critical literacy skills, and readies students for college and career.

Athletes and coaches share their emotions and wisdom in the speeches they give after winning and losing games. Be inspired by history's greatest sports speeches with this nonfiction reader that builds critical literacy skills.

Discover how the Olympics, the Paralympics, the Special Olympics, and their athletes make the world a better place. With TIME content, this high-interest book will keep grade 6 students engaged in reading as they build their critical literacy skills.

Featuring TIME For Kids content, this nonfiction reader explores the popularity of survival books. This high-interest title will keep students engaged in reading as they build their critical literacy skills.