Telling Engaging Stories of Adventures in a Land Before the Lone Star
Texas has a rich and diverse history that began long before the iconic Battle of the Alamo. While tales of “Remember the Alamo,” “Come and Take It,” and Davy Crockett’s fiery farewell as he exited the U.S. Congress, advising fellow legislators “You may all go…and I will go to Texas” are legendary stories in classrooms across the state, TEXAS Before the Lone Star delves into the adventures and contributions of the men and women who shaped the region when Texas was a part of Spain and then Mexico. Rooted in historical facts, these stories are uniquely told from the perspective of children and thoughtfully crafted for a fourthgrade audience.
Recognizing that many Texans are unfamiliar with Texas’ rich history prior to the Alamo, TEXAS Before the Lone Star aims to fill that gap. This book presents the diverse experiences of Native Americans, Spanish colonists and later European immigrants, and African Americans in colonial New Spain through engaging stories crafted for young readers, supplemented by a downloadable curriculum for teachers.
