The louisiana booklet from greg english oak park middle school. Below, you will find the official state symbols and interesting facts about louisiana. The southern part, known as the territory of orleans, became the state of. Louisiana, constituent state of the united states of america. Louisiana state symbols and emblems complete list of louisiana. My louisiana sky is a coming of age tale with a twist. Louisiana facts symbols, famous people, tourist attractions. Discuss the states symbols, the year it joined the union and other facts. Mayhaw jelly one of 2 official louisiana state jellies louisiana sugar cane jelly louisiana. Here are seven facts you might not know about the pelican state. See more ideas about louisiana, louisiana history and new orleans louisiana. Facts, trivia, symbols and interesting information about louisiana. Louisiana is the only state in the union that does not have counties.
This booklet provides a capsule history of the bayou state, the. There is an abundant growth of this tree throughout the state of louisiana. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. The total area of louisiana includes about 4,600 square miles 12,000 square km of inland waters. Some people are known as cajuns, who are from a group that started in france, moved to canada, and then settled in louisiana. This bundle contains 11 readytouse louisiana worksheets that are perfect for students who want to learn more about louisiana which is a state located in the southern region of the united states. Louisiana is also known by its nickname, the pelican state. Louisiana unit of study learning games, printables. How many historic facts or symbols can students find by looking at louisianas quarter.
It is delineated from its neighboursarkansas to the north, mississippi to the east, and texas to the westby both natural and manmade boundaries. Completed in 1932, it only took 14 months to build. Louisiana has the most vivid history and diverse culture of any state in the country. Louisiana is the only state that still acts under napoleonic code, which derives from the original french emperors civil code.
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Louisiana reverted to france in 1800 and was sold by napoleon to the u. Due to damage inflicted by hurricane katrina and the relocation of louisania residents, the population numbers shown for louisiana are still considered estimates. It is bounded by mississippi, with the mississippi river forming about half of the border e, the gulf of mexico s, texas w, and arkansas n. This engaging guided research project helps students learn all about the great state of louisiana. State flower in 1900, the magnolia was designated the state flower. Along with mc pel, an eastern brown pelican, they tour one of the united statess most famous cultural capitals.
The land that would become louisiana was bought in the louisiana purchase in 1803. State of louisiana theme unit printables and worksheets. Louisiana was named in honor of king louis xiv of france. Louisiana is the only state with a large population of cajuns, descendants of the frenchspeaking acadians who were driven out of canada in the 1700s because they wouldnt pledge allegiance to the king of england. Official symbols of louisiana are codified in the laws of louisiana. This lapbook is designed for students in grades k8, and includes both a study guide as well as lapbook pages in a single pdf download.
Louisiana facts louisiana secretary of state louisiana. Feb 8, 2014 state unit study to learn the geography, state symbols and facts about louisiana. Tiger begins to show signs of adolescence when her interests suddenly change from playing baseball with the boys to an interest in sophisticated fashion and seeking the approval of a popular. This coloring book includes a sampling of those symbols and. Louisiana state history lapbook pdf download download.
Louisiana became a french crown colony in 1731 but was ceded to spain in 1763 after the french and indian wars. Louisiana has the tallest state capitol building in the united states. Louisiana is the 31st most extensive and the 25th most populous of the 50 united states. You can choose from two different backgrounds to create your bookletvisuals, one is a colorful background and one is a whiteblank background. Louisiana state research booklet by teacher trap tpt.
Complete information about the official state symbols, songs, and emblems. Louisianas official nickname is the pelican state and the brown pelican appears on louisianas state flag, state seal, the state painting along with many other symbols and icons of louisiana, and is one of three louisiana symbols displayed on the u. Lake pontchartrain causeway in louisiana is the longest continuous bridge over water in the world. My guided research booklets take just 3 sheets of paper to easily create a 12page tabbed booklet that leads students through the process of gathering information about the state. Louisiana is the 25th largest state by population and the 31th largest state by area. Louisiana has the 5th highest death rate from cardiovascular disease in the country. State report booklets these pages are meant to help students create state report booklets that are thorough and interesting.
Louisiana state info louisiana state symbols louisiana. During the year my students put together a booklet on louisiana. A atchafalaya atchafalaya is a basin found in louisiana, it is the largest freshwater river basin in the u. Louisiana barry the bald eagle heads to the swamps and cities of the state of louisiana. Louisiana simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Known for our cultural diversity, louisianas rich heritage can be linked to our official state symbols. Location of the state of louisiana in the united states of america. This booklet provides a capsule history of the bayou state, the flags that have flown over it and our official state emblems. Facts and figures area, 48,523 sq mi 125,675 sq km. Find the names of famous louisiana features and people in the word search, answer trivia, even color the states flaglots of great learning packed into one page.
Louisiana facts and symbols the states and their symbols. This louisiana fun facts page is a perfect companion for any road trip. State facts full name state of louisiana admitted to the union rank april 30, 1812 18th population 2000 rank 4,468,976 22nd land area rank 43,562 square miles. State tree in 1963, the bald cypress was chosen the state tree. The portion east of the mississippi came under british control in 1764. This is a printable louisiana fact sheet and detailed map login to parents and teachers. The united states of america accepted louisiana as the 18th state to enter the union. Louisiana state quarter observation sheet teacher instructions. Give me louisiana by doralice fontane and you are my sunshine by jimmie h.
B bayous louisiana is one of the wettest states, it has thousands. The first gas pipeline was laid in louisiana in 1908. Each page features a category of state symbol or other state fact commonly requested on most state reports. Readers theater scripts the big, widemouthed toadfrog grades 23 the poor man and the snake grades 45 reading comprehensions. Louisiana state bird brown pelican state symbols usa. Today, more than 112,000 miles of pipeline run through the state. Louisiana pictures and facts national geographic kids. From its beginning as a french colony in the new world, louisiana has developed a unique passion for music, festivals, food and politics. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. List of books and articles about louisiana history. This series is a must for the next car trip, or state geography lesson. All about all about louisiana facts, field trips, and homeschool resource links. The included statespecific study guide provides background material, historical notes, and other factual information. Louisiana is the only state with a large population of cajuns, descendants of the acadians who were driven out of canada in the 1700s because they wouldnt pledge allegiance to the king of england.
Get to know louisiana with knowledge box centrals louisiana state history lapbook. Louisiana facts on largest cities, populations, symbols. Learn the state nickname, abbreviation, date it joined the union, state number, state bird, state motto, state flower, state song, state tree, state mammal, state fish, state largest cities, state capital and famous residents. It evolved into a symbol of the french monarchy and is now featured all over new orleans. It was also named after the frenchborn louisiana pirate of the same name. Visit the netstate louisiana state book store for additional. Worksheets and puzzles for kids to learn more about louisiana. It was the 18th state to become part of the united states. Encourage students to make their own pages for the categories not shown here and to. To complete the book, the student must research a us state, draw its map, draw its flag, and answer simple. Official state symbols, emblems, and icons of louisiana places to see in louisiana landmarks, parks, historic markers, cities and towns learn the culture and history of louisiana. Long, the new state capitol is now a symbol of pride and history for louisiana.
Louisiana activities for kids state of louisiana activities. Louisiana state legislature a coloring, information, and activity book. Tiger ann parker is a girl experiencing the summer before seventh grade in a small louisiana town. Louisiana is home to very diverse different cultures. Louisiana facts and symbols the states and their symbols mcauliffe, emily on. The town of jean lafitte was once a hideaway for pirates. Early european settlers were impressed with the pelicans generous and nurturing attitude toward their young.
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