Vivid storytelling brings American history to life and place readers in the shoes of twelve people who experienced an iconic moment of U.S. history - the Battle of the Alamo. In early 1836, a small group of Texas volunteer soldiers occupied the Alamo fort and withstood a 13-day siege by a massive Mexican Army force. Suspenseful, dramatic events unfold in chronological, interwoven stories from the different perspectives of people who experienced the event while it was happening. Narratives intertwine to create a breathless, "What's Next?" kind of read. Students gain a new perspective on historical figures as they learn about real people struggling to decide how best to act in a given moment.
Offers a brief introduction to the life and achievements of Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna, focusing on how he helped shape the history of America and Mexico.
Presents a biography Sam Houston, the first president of the Texas republic, and chronicles his childhood in Virginia, life among the Native Americans in Tennessee, service during the War of 1812, and involvement in the Texas war for Independence.
"Kilmeade explores hidden aspects of Sam Houston, the first president of Texas, and brings the reader to the scenes of one of the most pivotal moments in American history"--Provided by publisher.
Diego de la Vega, the son of a Spanish aristocrat and Shoshone woman, becomes the elusive Zorro, who returns to California to reclaim the hacienda of his childhood and fight for the rights of the underprivileged.
Chronicles the history of colonial California from the arrival of Spanish explorers in the mid-1500s to 1850 when California became the thirty-first state, focusing on the experiences of people from all walks of life who lived and worked in the rugged region.
Describes the arrival of the Spanish in early California, their impact on the native inhabitants, the founding and construction of Mission San Jose?, and more. Includes a craft project.
Traces the life of the Spanish explorer and missionary who traveled to Mexico and California to teach the Indians about Christianity and who established nine missions along the California coast.
Introduces students to the life of Sam Houston, describing how he befriended the Cherokees as a youth, fought the British, served as governor of two states, and became a hero after leading the battle to win Texas's freedom from Mexico.
