State Facts
South Carolina was the 8th state to join the union. It became a state on May 23, 1788.
Capital - Columbia
Abbreviation - SC
Nickname - Palmetto State
Motto - "Dum Spiro Spero" - While I breathe, I hope
Song - Carolina
Bird - Carolina Wren
Flower - Yellow Jessamine
Insect - Carolina Mantid
Area - approximately 32,007 square miles
Websites for studying about South Carolina
The Declaration of Causes of the Seceding States
The declarations of secession for Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia (primary sources)
South Carolina State Symbols Games
Worksheets and puzzles for kids to learn more about South Carolina
A to Z Kids Stuff - South Carolina
Fun Educational Activities
The 50 States - South Carolina
From TeachersFirst. A comprehensive resource on South Carolina
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 South Carolina resources.
Information about South Carolina. State study guides have been added to the Fast Facts pages
Explore the States - South Carolina
From the Library of Congress. Games and stories of America's past.
50 States.com - South Carolina
Facts & Trivia about South Carolina
RoadsideAmerica.com - South Carolina
Unique tourist attractions and landmarks in South Carolina
Awesome America - South Carolina
Loads of fun facts, photos, and travel information about South Carolina.
South Carolina Map/Quiz Printout
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