I could show you in real life quickly... but typing it might be confusing..lol
and you definitely have the magic wand... it's the icon below the arrow in pshop...
you can also use the erase all tool... just click on the white area...it may take some tweaking though
here's some tutorials...
How to Create a Transparent Background in Photoshop
Photoshop clipping mask to eliminate backgrounds
Photoshop 911: Help removing white backgrounds
and you definitely have the magic wand... it's the icon below the arrow in pshop...
you can also use the erase all tool... just click on the white area...it may take some tweaking though
here's some tutorials...
How to Create a Transparent Background in Photoshop
Photoshop clipping mask to eliminate backgrounds
Photoshop 911: Help removing white backgrounds