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For younger readers




In addition to its adult offerings, State House Press offers a number of books designed specifically for younger readers, including our innovative Stars of Texas series. These works focus on important, but perhaps lesser known, Texans and their contributions to Texas history. They are concisely presented in language that can be understood by fourth graders but also be enjoyed by older readers. The design of the titles is inviting and approachable to readers of any age, with extra spacing between lines to enhance readability and creative use of informative sidebar material. Free workbooks are available below for educational purposes only. The Stars of Texas series is a natural fit for State House Press, an imprint of the McWhiney Foundation, whose mission is to promote and encourage the study of history.

Click on the cover illustration for a full description and online ordering from our pages in the Texas A&M University Press Consortium.


Lamar


Mirabeau B. Lamar, Second President of Texas
by Judy Alter

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(in PDF format)
Henrietta King


Henrietta King, Rancher and Philanthropist
by Judy Alter

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(in PDF format)



Martín De Léon, Texas Empressario
by Judy Alter

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(in PDF format)
"Ma" Ferguson


Miriam “Ma” Ferguson, First Woman Govenor of Texas
by Judy Alter

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(in PDF format)
Audie Murphy


Audie Murphy, War Hero and Movie Star
by Judy Alter

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(in PDF format)
Ann Richards



Ann Richards: “A Woman’s place is in the Dome”
by April D. Stumpff

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(in PDF format)
Texas History Stories


Texas History Stories
by E.G. Littlejohn

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(in PDF format)











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