Overview

With a foreword by Reba McEntire & Rex Linn! Who helped shape one of the most beloved Americans in history? Meet the real-life people who inspired Will Rogers to become a legend! Before Will Rogers became a world-famous trick roper, writer, and friend to presidents, he was a young boy shaped by the people around him. From family and friends to talented cowboys and a vaquero, the diverse influences in Will's life taught him to lead with kindness, humor, and heart. Will Rogers and His Great Inspiration shows how the right people at the right time can change everything-and how we can inspire others with our talents, too. Perfect for classrooms and young readers, this inspiring picture book opens the door to meaningful conversations about role models, respect, and character. Add this powerful historical story of inspiration to your shelf today!

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9780881441697

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""What Bart has accomplished within these pages is certainly inspirational. Not only are his words and illustrations educational, his passion for Mr. Rogers is contagious."" - Reba McEntire & Rex Linn

Author Information

Bart Taylor is a two-time Oklahoma Museum Association Award-winning educator and the Will Rogers Interpreter at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum. With a passion for making history come alive, he has worked at The Gilcrease Museum, Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park, The Gathering Place, as well as the classroom. He holds an MA in US History from Northeastern State University and lives in Claremore, Oklahoma where he enjoys kayaking, playing guitar, and writing about Will Rogers. Greg White is an artist and illustrator based out of Oklahoma City. He brings his fifteen plus years of experience to create illustrative work for clients, as well as gallery work and commercial prints. His work includes illustrations for the New York Times Best Seller It Starts with Food, multiple children's books, movie posters, comic books, corporate art, and murals. Learn more about his work at gregwhiteillustration.com.

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