State Facts
Georgia was the 4th state to join the union. It became a state on January 2, 1788.
Capital - Atlanta
Abbreviation - GA
Nickname - Empire State of the South, Peach State
Motto - "Wisdom, Justice, and Moderation"
Song - Georgia on My Mind
Bird - Brown thrasher
Flower - Cherokee Rose
Insect - Honey Bee
Area - approximately 59,441 square miles
Websites for studying about Georgia
The Declaration of Causes of the Seceding States
The declarations of secession for Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia (primary sources)
The Museum's Home School Days are designed for the unique educational needs of home school students who will spend an afternoon enjoying facilitated activities and workshops. Perfect for grade levels K through 4th grade, the Museum Home School Days program activities teach important concepts including math, science, language arts, and social studies. Program runs 1:00 PM-4:00 PM. March 7 | STEM Focus: science, technology, math, engineering Please contact our Reservations Department to register at 404.527.3693. Tickets are $10 for non-member children and $5 for member children. Adults
Worksheets and puzzles for kids to learn more about Georgia
Fun Educational Activities
Information about Georgia. State study guides have been added to the Fast Facts pages
From TeachersFirst. A comprehensive resource on Georgia
Mr. Donn has been online for as long as I can remember and he has one of the largest collections of social studies resources available. This is his collection of Georgia resources.
From the Library of Congress. Games and stories of America's past.
Facts & Trivia about Georgia
Unique tourist attractions and landmarks in Georgia
Loads of fun facts, photos, and travel information about Georgia.
EnchantedLearning.com
Georgia Virtual Field Trips
Hay House
Macon
