Nebraska General Information
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Nebraska Teacher Guide
Teacher Guide by Seren Riggs-Davis and Lauren Ayube
Nebraska is a state full of history, amazing parks, and more! Take a trip with students as they learn all about this interesting state. A state research project is the perfect summative activity for any U.S. Region, Geography class, or general research unit of study. Students will love learning about state landmarks, mottos, fun facts, history, and so much more!
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- CITIES
- Fremont
- Grand Island
- Omaha
- Lincoln
- Kearney
- The capital of Nebraska is Lincoln. Other large cities include Omaha, Bellevue, Grand Island, Kearney, Fremont.
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- STATE MOTTO and NICKNAME
- Nebraska is called the "Cornhusker State" due to its production of corn, and the traditional method of harvesting corn by hand, known as "cornhusking." The state's motto is "Equality Before the Law".
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- MUST SEE TOURIST SPOT
- Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium in Omaha, known for its world-class exhibits and conservation efforts, including the Desert Dome and the largest indoor rainforest in North America, draws visitors from around the globe.
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- STATE TREE, FLOWER, and BIRD
- Nebraska's state tree is the Eastern Cottonwood. Its state flower is the Goldenrod. Its state bird is the Western Meadowlark
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- DATE OF STATEHOOD
- Nebraska joined the United States in 1867 as the 37th state!
- Nebraska was the 37th state admitted into statehood on March 1, 1867.
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- FAMOUS CITIZEN
- Malcolm X, the influential civil rights leader and advocate for Black empowerment, was born in Omaha, Nebraska, in 1925.
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