
Texas History for Kids
Texas History for Kids will share some of the known and lesser known parts of Texas history that you may not have learned in school. Educator, Michelle Gallegos, will dive into history from Texas' battles and historical monuments to the odd and enchanted in a kid-friendly manner within 15 minutes or less. New episodes come out every Monday.
Texas History for Kids
Episode 63- Rodeo & Cattle Industry in Texas
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It’s rodeo season in Texas. Well, rodeos are held year-round. But this time of year the bigger ones take-over. Ever wondered why rodeos have bull riding, calf roping, and bronc busting? Or how stock shows became a big deal in Texas? What’s the history behind Texas rodeos? That’s what you’ll find out in today’s episode.
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References
Mary Lou LeCompte, “Lucas, Barbara Inez Barnes [Tad],” Handbook of Texas Online, accessed February 06, 2025, https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/lucas-barbara-inez-barnes-tad
Published by the Texas State Historical Association.
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