Maryland

1. Maryland Jessie Stivers

2. Date it became a state • Maryland became a state on April 28, 1788. • It was the 7th of the original 13 colonies to become astate. April 28, 1788!

3. Nickname and Motto Nickname Motto • “Old Line State” • “Manly deeds, womanly words. Fattimaschii, parole femine

4. State bird Maryland’s state bird is the Baltimore Oriole.

5. State Flower • Maryland’s state flower is the Black-Eyed Susan.

6. State seal The state seal has the flag of Maryland, their motto, and a verse from the bible. Also, it holds a fisherman and a farmer.

7. State tree Maryland’s state tree is the White Oak.

8. State song • “Maryland, My Maryland!” • This song was written by James Ryder Randall. • It was originally written as a poem and was set to the tune “Oh Christmas Tree.” • The lyrics are about Maryland’s history, geography, and historical figures.

9. State flag Maryland’s state flag is made up of the family crest of the Calvert and Crossland families. The black and gold belongs to the Cecil Calvert family, who founded Maryland and the red and white design belong to the Crossland family which was Cecil’s mother’s maiden name.

10. State coin Maryland’s state coin is a normal quarter on the front side. On the back, there is the state’s nickname, branches from the state tree, and the Maryland Statehouse.

11. Historical significance of the state • Maryland is important to the country’s history because it was one of the original 13 colonies. Also, it’s capital, Annapolis, was once the country’s capital and was a headquarters during the civil war.

12. Climate of the state • Maryland’s climate varies depending on what part of the state you’re in. For example, Baltimore and other towns close to the shore have a warmer climate than areas in the west.

13. Famous person from the state Two of the most well known people from Maryland are Babe Ruth, the famous baseball player, and John Wilkes Booth, Lincoln assassin.

14. Map and location of the state Maryland is located on the Atlantic Coast. Bordering states are Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, and Delaware.

15. Capital of the state • The capital of Maryland is Annapolis. Annapolis is important historically since it was once the capital of the United States. Also, since it’s located on the Chesapeake Bay, Annapolis is an important port.

16. Foods or crops of the state • Maryland’s main crops are grain, corn, wheat, barley and tobacco.

17. Cost of living in the state • Average cost of living in Maryland is around $28, 519 per year.

18. Governor of the state • Martin O’Malley

19. Sports teams of the state • Baltimore Orioles – MLB • Baltimore Ravens- NFL

20. Famous landmarks, places, parks, features, and state transportation • Ocean City, Annapolis, Baltimore, National Museum of Civil War Medicine, Jolly Roger Museum, Tuckahoe State Park, and Deep Creek Lake State Park are some attractions to see in Maryland. • Light rail, metro subway, bus, train, disability buses, bikes, walking, and cars are some of the transportation used in Maryland.

21. Highest and lowest elevation Highest Point Lowest Point • The lowest point is Potomac River at 420 ft below sea level. • The highest point in Maryland is Dan’s Rock at 2895 ft.

22. Senator & house representative Senator House Representatives • Barbara Mikulski • Frank M. Kratovil, Jr., C.A. Dutch Ruppersbeger 111, John P. Sarbanes, Donna F. Edwards, Steny H Hoyer, Roscoe G. Bartlett, Elijah E. Cummings, and Christopher Van Hollen.

23. Cost of average home • The cost of an average home ranges from 165,000- 200,000

24. Population Maryland’s population is 5,699,478.

25. Natural resources • Maryland hold fertile soil, valuable mineral deposits, a booming seafood industry. Also, wood and lumbering cover 30% of it’s land.

26. References • http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0108223.html • http://www.50states.com/maryland.htm • http://www.google.com/publicdata?ds=uspopulation&met=population&idim=state:24000&dl=en&hl=en&q=population+of+maryland