Description

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A True Book: Westward Expansion takes readers on an amazing journey to a fascinating time in U.S. history when the country was experiencing dynamic change and expanding westward.

This book provides the keys to discovering the important people, places and events that helped shape the western United States. An age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study is included.

About the Author

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John Perritano is an award-wining journalist, author, and editor from Connecticut. He has written many books and articles on science, history, and current events. Perritano holds a master’s degree in American history from Western Connecticut State University.