Texas Today: Leading America into the Future

by Harriet Isecke

Overview

Texas has changed dramatically since it joined the United States in 1845. It has become a national leader in resources and many industries—it serves as a major supplier of the nation's oil, cattle, and agriculture. This nonfiction book will captivate readers as they learn about major Texas industries through engaging images, facts, photographs, and sidebars. Children will learn about Texas' government, economy, connection to NASA, and most popular industries, types of music, art, and sports. The supportive text and accessible glossary and index help students better understand the content and vocabulary as they read about modern day Texas. This book also includes an in-class activity that allows students to use their new knowledge of Texas.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781433350535
Publisher:	Teacher Created
Publication date:	12/30/2012
Series:	Social Studies: Informational Text
Edition description:	First Edition
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	8.60(w) x 6.90(h) x 0.30(d)
Lexile:	840L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

About the Author

Harriet Isecke, MA and M. Ed., has served for over 35 years as a teacher, literacy coach, and district administrator and is the recipient of several local and state education awards. Her published works include numerous children's picture books, reader's theater plays, primary source guides for students, and differentiated instructional materials for teachers. Harriet speaks at state, national, and international conferences and provides workshops for K-12 educators.

Table of Contents

From Texas to Outer Space 4

A Big Economy 6

The Texas Government 14

Proud To Be a Texan 16

Reaching Higher in Education 20

State of the Arts 22

Team Texas! 26

The Heart of Texas 28

Glossary 30

Index 31

Your Turn! 32