My Great-Aunt Arizona - by Gloria Houston (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Bestselling author Gloria Houston lovingly recounts the story of her great-aunt's quiet yet remarkable life. Born and raised in the Appalachian Mountains, Arizona spent her childhood dreaming of all the faraway places she would one day visit. Though she never did travel to those places, Arizona did become a teacher and helped generations of children craft their own dreams. Full color. <p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>Reminiscent of the books of Laura Ingalls Wilder, <em>My Great-Aunt Arizona</em> is an inspiring tale rich with history, family, and artistry. Based on a true story, author Gloria Houston's joyous recounting of her great-aunt Arizona's quiet yet meaningful life reminds us of the special place a great teacher can hold in our hearts--even after we've grown up.</p><p>Arizona was born in a log cabin her papa built in the Blue Ridge Mountains. She grew into a tall girl who liked to sing, square-dance, and--most of all--read and dream of the faraway places she would visit one day. Arizona never did make it to those places. Instead she became a teacher, helping generations of children in the one-room schoolhouse which she herself had attended.</p><p>Supports the Common Core State Standards.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><p>Arizona was born in a log cabin her papa built. She grew into a tall girl who liked to sing, square-dance, and -- most of all -- read and dream of the faraway places she would visit one day.</p><p>Arizona never did make it to those places. Instead she became a teacher, helping generations of children in the one-room schoolhouse which she herself had attended. Gloria Houston's Joyous recounting of her great-aunt Arizona's quiet yet meaningful life reminds us of the magical place a special teacher can hold in our hearts.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"A lyrical tribute...a thoroughly heartwarming tale!"--" Childhood Education"<br>
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