Courageous People from Texas Who Changed the World
Author | : Heidi Poelman |
Publisher | : Abrams |
Total Pages | : 22 |
Release | : 2019-07-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781641702287 |
ISBN-13 | : 1641702281 |
Rating | : 4/5 (87 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: From the fearless leadership of Sam Houston to the determination of Selena Quintanilla-Pérez, Courageous People from Texas Who Changed the World is a young child's first introduction to the brave people from their home state who made a difference. Simple text and adorable illustrations tell the contributions of more than a dozen courageous Texans: Stephen Austin, Sam Houston, Lyndon and Lady Bird Johnson, the Bush Family, Sandra Day O’Connor, Ann Richards, Buddy Holly, Barbara Jordan, Selena Quintanilla-Perez, Vickie Gutierrez, and J. J. Watt. A quote from each hero is included on each spread along with colorful, delightful artwork.