Maya smiles. “I want to learn them!”

Maya lives in Texas. She loves learning about her state.

One day, her teacher says, “Texas has many special celebrations!”

A long time ago, different people lived in Texas.
Native Americans lived here first.
Later, people came from Mexico, Spain, and other places.

They all brought their own traditions.

People in Texas share food, music, and holidays.
They learn from each other.

This makes Texas a special place.

A man named Stephen F. Austin helped families move to Texas long ago.

He helped them get land and build new homes.

Many people came because of his help.

In San Antonio, people celebrate a big party called Fiesta.

There are parades, music, and colorful clothes.

It celebrates Texas history and heroes.

A very important day is Juneteenth.

It started in 1865 in Texas.

People learned that slaves were free people. 

Today, people celebrate Juneteenth with food, music, and family.

It is a happy day that remembers freedom.

Some Texans are called Tejanos.

They have Mexican family roots.

They help make Texas food, music, and traditions special.

Some Texans celebrate Cinco de Mayo.

It includes music, dancing, and tasty food.

It celebrates Mexican history and pride.