Publisher: Rosen Publishing Group

Copyright Date: 2016

Edition Date: 2016 Release Date: 07/30/15

Pages: 32 pages

ISBN: Publisher: 1-499-41181-2 Perma-Bound: 0-605-86930-8

ISBN 13: Publisher: 978-1-499-41181-2 Perma-Bound: 978-0-605-86930-1

Dewey: 920

Dimensions: 24 cm.

Subject Heading:
Women pioneers. West (U.S.). History. 19th century. Biography. Juvenile literature.
Pioneers. West (U.S.). History. 19th century. Juvenile literature.
Frontier and pioneer life. West (U.S.). Juvenile literature.
Women pioneers. West (U.S.). History. 19th century.
Pioneers. West (U.S.). History. 19th century.
Frontier and pioneer life. West (U.S.).

Language: English

Bibliography Index/Note: Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.

Word Count: 3,268

Reading Level: 5.9

Interest Level: 4-7

Accelerated Reader: reading level: 5.9 / points: 1.0 / quiz: 177619 / grade: Middle Grades

Reading Counts!: reading level:5.7 / points:3.0 / quiz:Q68572

Most stories of the Wild West detail the successes and adventures of men, but this book gives a fresh womans perspective on life in the Wild West. Readers will love learning about the challenges and triumphs of these strong frontier women, from Annie Oakley to Calamity Jane. The book sheds light on womens occupations, which included teachers, ranchers, gold miners, and even outlaws. Vivid visuals make the era come alive as engaging text helps readers gain an understanding of womens roles. Truth or Myth? fact boxes give readers the real scoop on life for women in the West, while sidebars provide further opportunities to better explore the topic.