Product Description
by Tana S. Holmes (Author), Mahfuja Selim (Illustrator)
IF ANCIENT TREES COULD TALK, WHAT STORIES THEY COULD TELL Alamo Tree is a TRUE story about a REAL place.
This winner of the June Franklin Naylor Award for The Best Children's Book on Texas History describes the monumental events surrounding the siege and famous battle at The Shrine of Texas Liberty. But the story is told by the celebrity storyteller tree that still thrives in the courtyard of the mission in San Antonio Texas. The events in April 1836 established the enduring model for independence and freedom literally all over the world
But what lessons can children learn from such a grim story? The tree explains that during those dark days there was the love of families, the courage of heroes, the teamwork of citizens from all over the globe, and leadership that ensured their losses were not in vain. The History Tree Series books provide enriching content to the adult reader so that they can share with the little ones who are hearing the tale. The loving guidance of a parent, teacher, or older reader will help the child understand the amazing events in their heritage and where they fit in the story.
SO SCROLL TO THE TOP AND CLICK BUY NOW The rhyming text and beautiful illustrations will make your child want to hear Alamo Tree again and again
