Some call it the most valiant struggle in American history. We call it a GIGANTIC history lesson This comprehensive guide enhances the many dramatic learning opportunities students can gain from reading The Mystery of the Alamo Ghost by Carole Marsh. INCLUDES: A chapter guide of additional information, trivia, historical facts, and more to help teachers be experts on the Alamo, Texas history, San Antonio missions and Texas culture Activity ideas that make the book come dramatically to life for young readers The author's additional comments and thoughts about Alamo history, the Daughters of the Republic of Texas and one of the fiercest battles in American history Additional information on geography, mathematics, writing, further reading, additional resources, and more Reproducible activities for math, art, history, reading, writing, geography, spelling, and much more Great out-of-the-box ideas like a Mexican poncho, San Antonio tortillas, a Cascarone, and an Alamo Ghost Pinata