Week 15: Sam Houston and Texas
Homeschooling moms must fill up their knowledge bank in order to give the best to their kids. The more mom knows, the better she can teach. Research these topics and share the general idea with younger kids. For older kids, you might invite them to pick a topic to research.
Jim Bowie
Topics for Week 15
Sam Houston
The Alamo
The Republic of Texas
Davy Crockett
Jim Bowie
William Travis
The Spanish Missions
Antonio Lopez de Santa Ana
Discussion Questions
Sam Houston
He was not interested in schooling, farming or working in the family store. What did Sam Houston show aptitude for?
William Travis asked Houston to gather more Texans. What battle was he late for?
The Alamo
Why did Santa Ana lay siege of the Alamo?
What was the effect of this battle on the Texian settlers?
The Republic of Texas
The annexation of Texas triggered what war?
Heroes of the Alamo
William Travis, Jim Bowie and Davy Crockett were at the Alamo. Which of the three was the first to die?
The Spanish Missions
Why was El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro called a Royal Road?
Did the church and it's clergy advocate for the interests of the indigenous people?
What five missions are in San Antonio, Texas
Antonio Lopez de Santa Ana
Why did Santa Ana avoid the elite rulers of Mexico City?
Was Santa Ana right when he said, "A hundred years to come my people will not be fit for liberty."
Resources:
Books (all links go to Goodreads)
The Legend of the Bluebonnet: An Old Tale of Texas Read aloud on YouTube
Free E-Books
The Texan Triumph (in the series but not available)
Videos
Activities
Continue a State Cards Project. As each state enters the union, create a card with fun facts about that state. Younger kids might enjoy a coloring/activity book about the states. Add Arkansas 1836, Michigan 1837
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