Grade 7

The smallest state in the union has a lot to offer! With over 400 miles of coast and many islands, bays, and inlets, the Ocean State is the place to be. Kids will enjoy learning about Rhode… More →

The arid New Mexico landscape is home to some of the most marvelous landforms in America. The Carlsbad Caverns house one of the largest caves in the country. In southern New Mexico, the white More →

More than ninety percent of Iowa’s land is dedicated to agriculture. Farmers grow more corn here than in any other state, about a fifth of the nation’s crop. Iowans are proud of their state’s More →

Montana is a wilderness of expansive plains and rugged mountains. This is the land of the grizzly and the buffalo, known as Big Sky Country for its wide-open skyline obstructed only by the… More →

In 1980, Washington's Mount St. Helens blew its top in the worst volcanic explosion in U.S. history! Besides deadly volcanoes, Washington is home to such iconic places as the Grand Coulee Dam More →

“The Land of 10,000 Lakes” is a modest nickname for Minnesota, where closer to 12,000 lakes dot the land. The lakes play a major role in the recreational activities of the state. What is… More →

Nebraska is an agricultural kingdom. Its farms and fields blanket the prairies and plains. Discover how the early sodbusters thrived in an almost treeless landscape to create the Cornhusker… More →

It’s no surprise that Florida is one of the fastest-growing states in the nation. Its sandy beaches and amusement parks attract millions of tourists each year, and the warm, relaxed lifestyle More →

From the Great Plains to the Black Hills, South Dakota is a state of varied landscapes. It is known for its natural and human-made landmarks, such as the Badlands and Mount Rushmore. Kids… More →

Virginia has a long and rich history, from the English colony of Jamestown to the battlefields of the Civil War. It is also home to such diverse environments as the Chesapeake Bay and the… More →

Utah is a land of tall mountains and arid deserts. In 1869, the final spike of the transcontinental railroad was driven in Utah, connecting the east and west. Come learn all about the Beehive More →

Northwest Arizona is home to one of the most breathtaking natural wonders in the country. The Grand Canyon was formed over millions of years as the Colorado River carved through layers of… More →