Camels pulling covered wagons? Vinegar pie!? From cattle drives to shoot-outs, readers will be drawn in by the many interesting details about life in the early days of the west in TOP SECRET FILES: THE WILD WEST. 

Having grown up playing cowboys and cowgirls, I thoroughly enjoyed reading the facts behind the fiction of the ‘wild west.’ Young cowpokes will learn the ‘Cowboy Code’ and have fun trying out their own cowboy skills. They’ll discover why the cook was one of the most important members of the cattle team. And they might even solve the mystery of the Lost Dutchman’s Gold Mine! 

Educator, writer and history detective Stephanie Bearce did a superb job researching the lives of cowboys and life in the days of the wild west. And her spirited writing brings it all to life. So pull on your boots and hang onto your hats! Then sit down and enjoy the next exciting Top Secret Files book. 

It was the 1800s.  The unexplored lands of the western United States led thousands to leave established homes and travel in search of adventure, treasure, and new opportunities.  Welcome to The Wild West!  Author Stephanie Bearce's latest installment in the successful "Top Secret Files" series.  In this as in other volumes in this series, Bearce presents a truthful look at life at that time.  Profiles, personalities, legends,illustrations, and suggested activities.  Bearce includes enough to pique the interest of all ages -- particularly reluctant readers.