Teaching the Texas Story

Teaching the Texas Story is a dynamic and inclusive curriculum guide developed by The Texas Center at Schreiner University. Designed for K–12 educators, it presents a rich, multicultural narrative of Texas history through the lens of E Pluribus Texas—"Out of many, one Texas." This statewide cultural literacy project aims to: tell the full story of Texas through a diverse and inclusive perspective; Foster civic engagement and a shared identity among Texans; Support educators with accessible, high-quality instructional resource. The guide is accompanied by more than 250 short video episodes (approximately 5 minutes each) that bring Texas history to life. It aligns with TEKS standards, with a particular focus on 4th and 7th grade Texas history. Using a story-driven approach, the curriculum emphasizes the people, places, and cultural intersections that have shaped the state. It promotes civic literacy, encourages critical thinking and historical empathy, and helps students see themselves as part of the Texas story. For educators, it offers engaging tools to make history both relevant and memorable. Useful for Texas natives and newcomers alike, and for school kids Crafted to be engaging, historically accurate, and accessible, helping students and viewers connect with the people, places, and events that shaped Texas Designed to tell the full, inclusive story of Texas