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Unit Study Supplement: Maryland Facts, U.S. 7th State
Did you know that Maryland is called “Little America”? Maryland is a relatively small state, however, there’s so much history and so much to do in this state that it’s been labeled “America in Miniature”. What is Maryland famous for? Aside from the role Maryland played in our history, Maryland is famous for its seafood, […]
Unit Study Supplement: South Dakota Facts, U.S. 40th State
South Dakota is a state rich with Native American history and striking geography. Did you know that Mount Rushmore, the giant sculpture of four US presidents, is found in South Dakota? Did you know that another rock monument, the Crazy Horse Memorial, is still under construction in South Dakota and will be 563 feet tall […]
Unit Study Supplement: North Dakota, U.S. 39th State
Did you know that there are more than twice as many cattle as people in North Dakota? It is the 19th largest state but also one of the least populated (under 800,000). So what is North Dakota known for? It is the US leader in production of honey (number one in the nation), durum and […]
10 Ways to Motivate Students to Learn
As parents, we are constantly finding new opportunities that will inspire students to learn. Without motivation, the most engaging lessons and activities will not grasp the attention of our children. Increasing student engagement and motivation just takes a little bit of imagination. To help you get started, we’ve put together a list of ways to […]
Unit Study Supplement: Oklahoma Facts, U.S. 46th State
Did you know that “Oklahoma” is a combination of two words in the Choctaw language that means “red people” and that is the home to the most Native Americans of any state? Did you also know that the parking meter was invented in Oklahoma and that the state is the site of the famous 101 […]
Unit Study Supplement: Montana Facts, U.S. 41st State
What do you think of when you see or hear the word “Montana”? Montana is a state in the northwestern United States that gets its name from the Spanish word “montaña,” which means mountain or mountainous region. However, among the mountain states in the US, it has the lowest elevation, and the eastern part of […]
Unit Study Supplement: Indiana Facts, U.S. 19th State
What is the state of Indiana known for? When did Indiana become a state? These and other questions are answered in our Indiana history timeline and throughout this unit study supplement. Indiana is a midwestern state with a name that is thought to mean “land of the Indians.” Indiana is known for manufacturing steel, automobiles, […]
Unit Study Supplement: Washington Facts, U.S. 42nd State
Washington state is located in the Pacific Northwest United States and contains the northwestern most point of the continental US, Cape Flattery. Because of its coastline and harbors, Washington is important to trade with the state of Alaska, Canada, and other countries in the Pacific Rim, and it has developed an economy largely based on […]
