west (u.s.)

Tells the story of Chris McCandless, a twenty-four-year-old who walked into the Alaskan wilderness on an idealistic journey and was found dead of starvation nearly four months later.

Provides true stories of people who have survived the dangers of the American West. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

Presents historic arts and crafts projects that provide insight into America's Westward Expansion.

A family journeys overseas to the American West where they build a homestead, plant crops, and begin their new lives.

Their magic tree house takes Jack and Annie back to the Wild West, where they experience excitement and danger and try to solve a riddle.

Fact-based stories about the Western lawmen Wild Bill Hickock, Tom Smith, Willie Kennard, Bat Masterson, Charlie Siringo, and Wyatt Earp.

What is a ghost town? Why do we call the Old West wild? What are cowboys? Who was Billy the Kid? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Jack and Annie track the facts about the American West.

Mark Twain's account of his transformation into a Westerner when he joins his brother, a newly appointed federal official, in Nevada.

Examines what life was like during the Westward Expansion, exploring the clothing, schooling, family life, and more. Includes fact boxes, visuals, glossary, and index.

A biography of the frontiersman who became known as a trapper, hunter, guide, and soldier.