The True History of the Wild West

The Wild West is an American era shrouded in myth and legend. Through engaging text and fun facts, this series exposes the truth about Wild West history. Each title clarifies the roles, struggles, and lifestyle of a certain group of people on the western frontier, such as cowboys, women, sheriffs, and outlaws. Readers will learn about important figures of the Wild West, as well as the legends and stories that grew out of that exciting time in history. This series is a great supplement for social studies curricula, and will appeal to the adventurous side of young readers everywhere!

• Supplements social studies curricula, especially pertaining to western expansion

• "Truth or Myth?" insets encourage deeper understanding of historical events and provide opportunities for critical thinking

• Short biographies introduce readers to important figures in American history