Dive into the history, culture, and heritage of the state of Texas with Who HQ! Learn about everything from the state's Hispanic influences to American BBQ and cowboys in this illustrated book for young readers.

From the creators of the #1 New York Times bestselling Who Was? series comes a new collection of books all about the fifty states!

Did you know that nearly one in three Texans speak Spanish at home? Are you aware that Texas is home to thousands of natural caves? Or that the largest urban bat colony in the world lives in this state? Including information on the many pre-Columbian groups traced to the region, this book explores what makes the history of Texas exceptionally unique, from its Spanish influences to the Texas Revolution. Discover the state's distinct identity and why everything's bigger in Texas!

About the Author
Annette Whipple celebrates curiosity and inspires others to live in wonder. She is the author of many fact-filled children's books, including The Laura Ingalls Wilder Companion: A Chapter-by-Chapter Guide (Chicago Review Press) and Chomp! The Truth About Sharks (Reycraft Books). When Annette's not reading or writing, you might find her baking for her family or exploring a park near her home in Pennsylvania. Get to know her at www.AnnetteWhipple.com.

Ted Hammond is an illustrator and graphic novel cover artist. His art has been seen in Heavy Metal magazine and Zenescope Comics.


Book Information
ISBN 9798217051328
Author Annette Whipple
Format Hardback
Page Count 56
Imprint Penguin Workshop
Publisher Penguin Putnam Inc
Weight(grams) 156g
Dimensions(mm) 202mm * 145mm * 8mm