Cowboys and Cowgirls - by Gail Gibbons

About the Book

In words and pictures, this book captures all the excitement and adventure of the Wild West. Gibbons's colorful watercolors deftly recreate cowboys clothing, equipment, and lifestyle, and the lively text includes descriptions of famous cowboys and cowgirls, as well as historical facts. Full color.

Book Synopsis

Saddle up--it's time for adventure! Cowboys and Cowgirls captures all the excitement of the Old West, from cattle drives to roping, rustling, and rodeos. Celebrated nonfiction children's book creator Gail Gibbons's cheerful watercolors and clear text deftly detail the cattle farmers' clothing, equipment, and lifestyle, while the lively back matter highlights famous Wild West personalities and historical facts. Embellished with helpful labels, cattle brands, a trail map, and even a campfire song, Cowboys and Cowgirls will delight, excite, and inform every young buckaroo. YIPPEE-YAY!

Don't miss these other favorite nonfiction books by Gail Gibbons:
Knights in Shining Armor
Recycle!
Tell Me, Tree

Review Quotes

"Gail Gibbons has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children's writer-illustrator."

--The Washington Post

"Almost everything kids ever wanted to know about cowboys is packed into this colorful picture book."

--Booklist

About the Author

Gail Gibbons has written more than 120 books for children, including Tell Me, Tree: All About Trees for Kids; Recycle! A Handbook for Kids; and Knights in Shining Armor. She was called a "master of picture book nonfiction" by Booklist. Gail's informational books cover a vast range of topics, have received innumerable awards and honors, and have appeared on many lists, including the American Library Association's for Notable Children's Books and the National Science Teaching Association-Children's Book Council's for Outstanding Science Trade Books. She lives in Vermont and Maine, and she invites you to learn more at gailgibbons.com.