This blog was developed as a resource for teachers who are looking to incorporate high quality and award winning trade books into their social studies curriculum. I have compiled and cited various reviews on these books, and additionally have listed online resources that will help teachers use these books for instructional purposes.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Race to Velasco
Race to Velasco
Written by: Paul Spellman
"In 1830, rebel Texans marched to confront Mexican soldiers stationed at Fort Velasco on the Texas coast. In this historical fiction, two teenagers, Henry Woods and Antonio Gonzales, join the Texans. Along the way they encounter many Texas historical characters."
Publishers Description
Online Resources:
http://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/online/articles/VV/qfv1.html
http://www.forttumbleweed.net/velasco_webpage.html
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