Delaware Facts for Kids
Delaware was the 1st state to join the union. It became a state on December 7, 1787.
Capital - Dover
Abbreviation - DE
Nickname - First State, Diamond State, Blue Hen State, Small Wonde
Motto - "Liberty and Independence"
Song - Our Delaware
Bird - Blue Hen Chicken
Flower - Peach Blossom
Insect - Ladybug (Ladybird Beetle)
Area - approximately 1,954 square miles
Learn more about Delaware
Lewes Historical Society
Here you'll find a timeline of local history from beginning in 1609, as well as videos highlighting historic Lewes residents and participants of the 1813 Bombardment and Blockade of Lewes.
Read House
George Read II, whose father had signed both the Declaration of Independence and Constitution, envisioned an equally impressive future for himself when he built Read House. He did manage to serve as Delaware's first Attorney General for 27 years, and also leaves us what may be the best surviving example of domestic architecture from Philadelphia’s grand federal period.
Delaware Dept of Agriculture
A timeline of Delaware agricultural history
The 50 States - Delaware
From TeachersFirst. A comprehensive resource on Delaware.
Mr. Donn.org - Delaware
Collection of Delaware resources from Mr. Donn, who offers one of the largest collections of social studies resources available.
50 States.com - Delaware
Facts & Trivia about Delaware
RoadsideAmerica.com - Delaware
Unique tourist attractions and landmarks in Delaware
Delaware Map/Quiz Printout
EnchantedLearning.com
Awesome America - Delaware
Loads of fun facts, photos, and travel information about Delaware.
DE Resources for Educators from Locales:
Learn more through virtual and in-person Delaware field trips ...
