Texas History Worksheet for 8-Year-Olds | History, Social Studies & Geography

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Instructions

This worksheet will help you learn about the amazing history of Texas, the Lone Star State! Please read each section carefully and follow the steps below.

  1. Complete the Matching Section by drawing lines connecting the symbol to its name.
  2. Fill in the blanks using the word bank provided.
  3. Read the timeline scenario and complete the table, using the example as a guide.
  4. Attempt the optional Challenge Question if you finish early.

Section 1: The Basics of the Lone Star State

Part A: State Symbols Match-Up

Draw a line from the item on the left to the correct description on the right.

Item Description
1. State Flower A. Mockingbird
2. State Nickname B. Pecan Tree
3. State Bird C. Bluebonnet
4. State Tree D. The Lone Star State

Part B: Quick Facts Fill-In

Use the words in the box to complete the sentences.

WORD BANK: Austin, Red, Mexico, White

  1. The capital city of Texas is ____.
  2. The Texas flag has three main colors: Blue, _____, and __.
  3. Before Texas became independent, it was a part of the country of __.

Section 2: The Texas Revolution

In 1836, Texas fought for its independence. This time period is known as the Texas Revolution.

The Path to Freedom: Sequencing Activity

Read the following major events from Texas history. Use the key events provided to fill in the missing steps in the table below. (Hint: The Alamo was a turning point, but not the final battle!)

Key Events: The Battle of San Jacinto, Texas becomes a US State, The Battle of the Alamo, Sam Houston is elected President of the Republic of Texas.

Step Event/Action Key Historical Date
Example Texas settlers clash with Mexican troops. 1835
1. Santa Anna's army defeats Texas soldiers at ____. March 1836
2. General Sam Houston leads Texas to victory in a surprise attack at ____. April 1836
3. Texas becomes an independent country called The Republic of Texas. ____ is chosen as the first president. Late 1836
4. Texas is finally annexed by the United States and becomes ____. 1845

Section 3: Texas Geography and Culture

1. True or False

Circle the correct answer.

  1. Texas is the largest state in the United States by land area.

    TRUE / FALSE

  2. The three main industries that made Texas famous are Cattle Ranching, Oil (Petroleum), and Technology.

    TRUE / FALSE

2. Draw the Star!

If you were designing a new state symbol for Texas that showed how big and diverse the state is, what would it look like? Use the space below to draw your symbol and write one sentence explaining your design.

Space for Drawing (approx. 6 lines)

Section 4: Texas History Challenge (Optional)

Texas has a unique history because its territory was claimed or controlled by several different nations. They say Six Flags have flown over Texas!

Name at least four of the six countries/entities whose flags have flown over Texas.

  1. ____ (Hint: First European claimant)
  2. ____ (Hint: Ruled before Independence)
  3. The Republic of Texas
  4. ____ (Hint: Current governing country)
  5. ____ (Hint: Brief control during the Civil War)
  6. France

Answer Key

Section 1: The Basics of the Lone Star State

Part A: State Symbols Match-Up

  1. State Flower -> C. Bluebonnet
  2. State Nickname -> D. The Lone Star State
  3. State Bird -> A. Mockingbird
  4. State Tree -> B. Pecan Tree

Part B: Quick Facts Fill-In

  1. The capital city of Texas is Austin.
  2. The Texas flag has three main colors: Blue, Red, and White.
  3. Before Texas became independent, it was a part of the country of Mexico.

Section 2: The Texas Revolution

The Path to Freedom: Sequencing Activity

Step Event/Action Key Historical Date
Example Texas settlers clash with Mexican troops. 1835
1. Santa Anna's army defeats Texas soldiers at The Battle of the Alamo. March 1836
2. General Sam Houston leads Texas to victory in a surprise attack at The Battle of San Jacinto. April 1836
3. Texas becomes an independent country called The Republic of Texas. Sam Houston is chosen as the first president. Late 1836
4. Texas is finally annexed by the United States and becomes a US State. 1845

Section 3: Texas Geography and Culture

1. True or False

  1. Texas is the largest state in the United States by land area. FALSE (Alaska is largest).
  2. The three main industries that made Texas famous are Cattle Ranching, Oil (Petroleum), and Technology. TRUE

Section 4: Texas History Challenge (Optional)

  1. Spain
  2. Mexico
  3. The Republic of Texas
  4. United States (USA)
  5. Confederate States of America (Confederacy)
  6. France
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