Cal has always wanted to help drive his family's cattle to the stockyard in Kansas. When he finally gets the chance, he faces countless dangers: rattlesnakes, wild weather, even ruthless cattle thieves. Then there's the deadliest risk of all: a stampede. How will Cal survive the wildest ride of his life? And will he be able to uncover a plot against his family that threatens the future of their ranch?
This book is part of the Against the Odds series, a captivating series of fictional - but inspired by true events - Hi-Lo chapter books tailored for striving readers aged 10-14. Each title in this collection unravels the extraordinary experiences of young people overcoming incredible challenges. Whether it's facing the unknown or triumphing against the odds, these stories are both riveting and inspiring.
The series is carefully written with a focus on morphology, which is hugely important for improving spelling and reading comprehension. Against the Odds: Wild West Stampede focuses specifically on compound words.
With font specifically selected to reduce visual stress, this book serves as a vital bridge between decodable and mainstream books, empowering all learners to become fluent independent readers.
| ISBN: | 9780241796146 |
| Publication date: | 4th February 2027 |
| Author: | Mari Bolte |
| Publisher: | Dorling Kindersley Limited an imprint of Dorling Kindersley Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 144 pages |
| Reading age: | 10+ |
| Series: | Against the Odds |
| Genres: |
Adventure Stories Educational: First / native language: Spelling and vocabulary Educational: First / native language: Reading and writing skills Children’s / Teenage: Chapter books (transitional storybooks) Historical Fiction |
Cal has always wanted to help drive his family's cattle to the stockyard in Kansas. When he finally gets the chance, he faces countless dangers: rattlesnakes, wild weather, even ruthless cattle thieves.
Wild West Stampede is aimed at readers aged 10 and over.
Wild West Stampede features in the following genres: Adventure Stories, Educational: First / native language: Spelling and vocabulary, Educational: First / native language: Reading and writing skills, Children’s / Teenage: Chapter books (transitional storybooks), Historical Fiction
Paperback. £8.99, down from the £9.99 cover price. Pre-order. 4th February 2027.
Wild West Stampede was written by Mari Bolte and published by Dorling Kindersley Limited an imprint of Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Wild West Stampede has 144 pages
Yes it is part of Against the Odds series
£8.99, reduced from £9.99. Pre-order. 4th February 2027.