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This lesson introduces the 50 states of the United States and their respective capital cities, highlighting the uniqueness of each state. It emphasizes the diversity and individuality of the states, comparing the country to a quilt where each piece contributes to the overall strength and character of the nation. Through this exploration, students gain an appreciation for the rich variety found across the United States.
  1. What are some things that make each state in the United States special?
  2. Can you name the capital city of your favorite state?
  3. How do you think the different states work together to make the United States a strong country?

The United States of America: States and Their Capitals

The United States is a big and amazing country made up of 50 states. Each state has its own special capital city. Let’s explore these states and their capitals, and learn what makes them unique!

Alabama

Capital: Montgomery

Alaska

Capital: Juneau

Arizona

Capital: Phoenix

Arkansas

Capital: Little Rock

California

Capital: Sacramento

Colorado

Capital: Denver

Connecticut

Capital: Hartford

Delaware

Capital: Dover

Florida

Capital: Tallahassee

Georgia

Capital: Atlanta

Hawaii

Capital: Honolulu

Idaho

Capital: Boise

Illinois

Capital: Springfield

Indiana

Capital: Indianapolis

Iowa

Capital: Des Moines

Kansas

Capital: Topeka

Kentucky

Capital: Frankfort

Louisiana

Capital: Baton Rouge

Maine

Capital: Augusta

Maryland

Capital: Annapolis

Massachusetts

Capital: Boston

Michigan

Capital: Lansing

Minnesota

Capital: St. Paul

Mississippi

Capital: Jackson

Missouri

Capital: Jefferson City

Montana

Capital: Helena

Nebraska

Capital: Lincoln

Nevada

Capital: Carson City

New Hampshire

Capital: Concord

New Jersey

Capital: Trenton

New Mexico

Capital: Santa Fe

New York

Capital: Albany

North Carolina

Capital: Raleigh

North Dakota

Capital: Bismarck

Ohio

Capital: Columbus

Oklahoma

Capital: Oklahoma City

Oregon

Capital: Salem

Pennsylvania

Capital: Harrisburg

Rhode Island

Capital: Providence

South Carolina

Capital: Columbia

South Dakota

Capital: Pierre

Tennessee

Capital: Nashville

Texas

Capital: Austin

Utah

Capital: Salt Lake City

Vermont

Capital: Montpelier

Virginia

Capital: Richmond

Washington

Capital: Olympia

West Virginia

Capital: Charleston

Wisconsin

Capital: Madison

Wyoming

Capital: Cheyenne

Conclusion

The United States is like a big quilt made of different states, each adding its own special touch. From busy cities to peaceful places, every state has something cool to offer. Together, they make a strong and wonderful country, full of diversity and pride.

  • Can you think of a state or capital that you have visited or heard about? What was special or interesting about it?
  • If you could visit any state capital, which one would you choose and why? What do you think you might see or do there?
  • Imagine you are creating a new state. What would you name its capital, and what fun things would you include in your state to make it unique?
  1. State and Capital Match-Up: Create a fun game where you match states with their capitals. You can use flashcards or draw a map of the United States and place small flags on each state with its capital. See how many you can get right! This will help you remember the capitals and where each state is located.

  2. Capital City Exploration: Choose one state and its capital from the list and research a fun fact about it. For example, find out what the capital city is famous for, a popular food from that area, or a special event that happens there. Share your findings with your family or classmates to teach them something new!

  3. State Travel Journal: Imagine you are traveling to a state of your choice. Write a short story or draw a picture about your adventure in its capital city. What would you see, eat, or do there? This activity will help you think creatively about the different cultures and attractions each state has to offer.

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