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Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Genre: Children's Books, Education, English as a Second Language (ESL), Graded Readers, History, American History, Non-Fiction

Book Review:
John Escott's ''The Wild West'' from the Dominoes series is a thrilling and educational entry point for young readers into a legendary period of American history. Perfectly pitched at Level One (400 headwords), it transforms the complex saga of the American frontier into an accessible and exciting narrative. The book covers essential topics—cowboys, Native Americans, wagon trains, and famous lawmen and outlaws—with clarity and a sense of adventure. The controlled vocabulary ensures that learners can focus on the story without getting bogged down by difficult language, building their confidence and reading fluency. The inclusion of a MultiROM with a dramatized recording is a significant advantage, aiding pronunciation and listening comprehension. While it simplifies historical events for its audience, it successfully sparks curiosity about figures like Wyatt Earp and Annie Oakley. This book is an excellent choice for ESL students, reluctant readers, or any child fascinated by cowboys and adventure. It proves that learning English and learning about history can be one and the same fun, engaging process. Highly recommended for school libraries and home learning.