A Cowboy's Life (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781499411690)

Readers recognize the cowboy as a symbol of the Wild West, but this book illustrates what life was like for real cowboys. Readers will learn about the Spanish origins of cowboys, as well as the rise of America's cattle industry. This book also describes cattle drives and the famous trails ridden by real cowboys. Vivid visuals are paired with engaging text to deliver an adventurous reading experience. This high-interest book is supplemented by sidebars and "Truth or Myth?" fact boxes to deepen the reader's understanding of this iconic figure in the Wild West.

Author: Vic Kovacs
ISBN-10: 1499411693
ISBN-13: 9781499411690
Publisher: PowerKids Press
Language: English
Published: 07/30/2015
Pages: 32
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.20lbs
Size: 8.80h x 5.70w x 0.20d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 6.2
Point Value: 1
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 177608 / Cowboy's Life