Books Like Make Way for Sam Houston
Families who loved Make Way for Sam Houston by Jean Fritz often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Make Way for Sam Houston by Jean Fritz often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the idea of belonging or the pressure to follow a traditional path. It is a perfect fit for the student who feels like a square peg in a round hole, showing how a rebellious spirit can eventually lead to great leadership. Jean Fritz captures the life of Sam Houston, a man who famously ran away to live with the Cherokee, fought in bloody battles, and eventually became the president of the Republic of Texas. Through Houston's complex journey, the book explores themes of dual identity and the courage to stand by unpopular convictions. While it is an engaging historical biography, it also serves as a study in resilience and self-reliance. It is written with a light, humorous touch that makes dense history feel accessible for elementary and middle school readers, though it doesn't shy away from the difficulties of war or the nuances of political conflict.
