Did you know that the most common venomous snake found in Texas is the western diamondback rattlesnake? Or that the world's first rodeo was held in Pecos in 1883? Discover more exciting facts about the history, geography, and symbols of this state in Texas, part of the Explore the U.S.A. series. Each book in the series uses vibrant images and engaging text to take beginning readers on a journey across the nation.