The Transcontinental Railroad

Written by Christine Zuchora-Walske

Part of the The Wild West series

Witness the race to conquer the West with railroads.

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48 pages· 790L

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into the thrilling race to build the Transcontinental Railroad, a pivotal moment in U.S. history. As rail lines stretch into the untamed West, the stakes are high—money, land, and fame await those who succeed. Explore the challenges and triumphs of this monumental endeavor through engaging text and vivid imagery. Will ambition and innovation triumph over the rugged terrain and fierce competition? Discover the story that transformed a nation and connected a continent.

From the publisher

In a time when the United States could not expand fast enough, railroads became essential for the country to grow.The Transcontinental Railroadnarrates the race to build rail lines into the West for money, land, and fame. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, maps, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

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