The books listed below may be available through publishers, distributors such as bookstores or online retailers, or library systems.
Snowshoe Thompson
by Nancy Smiler Levinson
HarperTrophy, 1996
Readers learn about Snowshoe Thompson through this fictionalized account of his first mail delivery.
The U.S. Constitution and You
by Syl Sobel
Barron's Educational Series, 2001
An overview of the U.S. Constitution that explains checks and balances, government branches, and rights of citizens.
The Shoshone
by Christin Ditchfield
Children's Press, 2003
Readers learn about how the Shoshone lived long ago and how they live today.
Tarnished Legacy: The Story of the Comstock Lode
by Ellen Hopkins
Perfection Learning, 2001
This book explores the history of mining the Comstock Lode.
John C. Fremont
by D.M. Souza
Franklin Watts, 2004
This book follows the journeys of American explorer John Fremont.
Economics
by Laura Ann Gilman
Lerner Publications, 2006
This kids' guide to economics shows kids how economics is a part of their lives.
Nevada (American the Beautiful Second Series)
by R. Conrad Stein
Children's Press, 2000
Describes Nevada's geography, history, economy, and people.
Sarah Winnemucca: Scout, Activist, and Teacher
by Natalie M. Rosinsky
Compass Point Books, 2006
This biography explores the life of Sarah Winnemucca, a Paiute woman who worked for justice for her people.
Moon Shadow
by Chris Platt Peachtree
Publishers, 2006
A young girl living on a Nevada farm dreams of adopting a wild mustang.
Ride Like the Wind: A Tale of the Pony Express
by Bernie Fuchs
Blue Sky Press, 2004
A fictionalized story shows the courage and daring of the Pony Express riders.
Gold Fever: Tales from the California Gold Rush
by Rosalyn Schanzer
National Geographic Children's Books, 2007
First person accounts detail routes travelers used to get to California and the challenges they encountered.
The Donner Party
by Scott P. Werther
Children's Press, 2002
An introduction to the challenges faced by pioneers heading west.