All about California
Websites for studying about California
A to Z Kids Stuff - California
Fun Educational Activities
Kids Konnect.com - California
A safe Internet gateway for kids of all ages!
TheUS50.com - California
New state Study Guides have been added to the Fast Facts pages!
The 50 States - California
From TeachersFirst. A comprehensive resource on America's states for upper elementary students.
Mr. Donn.org - California
Lesson Plans for Teachers. Activities & Games for Kids.
Class Brain.com - California
Start gathering all the information and images you need to make an A+ state report project for school.
Explore the States - California
From the Library of Congress. Games and stories of America's past.
50 States.com - California
Fast Facts & Trivia
RoadsideAmerica.com - California
Find California travel tips, stories, field reports and maps for unusual tourist attractions and landmarks.
Awesome America - California
Fun Facts • Stunning Photos • Travel Info
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Local homeschooling groups, classes, and events for California
Bravo School of Art
Southwest
Southern California Classical Christian Homeschool
Northern California Classical Christian Homeschool
Los Angeles Classical Christian Homeschool
San Joaquin Homeschoolers
San Joaquin
More California homeschooling groups, classes, and events ...
State Facts
California was the 31st state to join the union. It became a state on September 9, 1850.
Capital - Sacramento
Abbreviation - CA
Nickname - The Golden State
Motto - Eureka - I have found it
Song - "I Love You, California"
Bird - California Valley Quail
Flower - California Poppy
Insect - California Dog-Face Butterfly
Area - approximately 163,707 square miles
California field trips
Las Mariposas Civil War Days
The most Authentic Civil War Reenactment West of the Rockies! Friday is a no cost Education Day dedicated solely to registered schools, with educational stations for Civil War Presentations for all attending students. There will also be a battle reenactment on Friday complete with tactical foot and horse skirmishes and cannon fire. Saturday and Sunday both include two battles each day, with a host of other events coinciding with battle reenactments. On Saturday, the public is also invited to attend a May Day Celebration, Parade, and Civilian Tea at the Mayors Tent Camp. Check website for details of event held in April.
20th Annual Civil War Revisited
The Fresno Historical Society and National Civil War Association present the largest living history reenactment of the Civil War in the Western United States. at Kearney Park, Fresno, California. This beautiful park is transformed into encampments for Union and Confederate soldiers and Civilians to the amazement of spectators. Two battles daily with field hospital reenactments following the battles. Our focus this year is medical history. Meet Harriett Tubman, Sojourner Truth, Clara Barton, President Abraham Lincoln, our Generals and many more historic figures! Camp Night - Don't miss the Sons of the San Joaquin! Two dinners: Soldiers Dinner and Generals Dinner. October - check website for details!
2009 21st Annual Pi Day Celebration page
Welcome to 21st celebration of Pi Day, an international "geek" holiday founded at the Exploratorium. Mathematical pi (π) and puns thereof are the toasts of the day. Go forth and immerse yourself in the quirky, ritualistic festivities and antics, lovingly prepared, from scratch, by Exploratorium staff and collaborators.
This year's Pi Day is also Albert Einstein's 130th birthday. Happy Birthday, Al!
Lake County Historical Courthouse Museum
The Pomo Indians' excellence in basket making has never been equalled by any other Indian tribe or by any other people throughout the world. Thousands of stone tools and more than 300 baskets from Lake County have been acquired by the Museum since the 1930s.
Cachuma Lake Recreation Area
Visitors find in each of our parks a distinctive spirit that may stimulate or soothe, but is sure to satisfy. Cool redwood groves, wide open lawns for recreation, the picturesque Pacific, and two of California's most sought-after campgrounds. The assortment of landscapes and things to do is rather astounding. And then, of course, there is the option of kicking back and doing nothing at all.
Lotusland
Lotusland is a unique 37-acre estate and botanic garden situated in the foothills of Montecito to the east of the city of Santa Barbara. Explore our site and learn more about the many facets of Lotusland, including its intriguing history, exceptional gardens, outstanding educational programs and innovative horticultural practices. Learn also how you can help to preserve this oasis of beauty and tranquility for generations to come.
Santa Barbara Historical Museum
The Story of Santa Barbara is the Museum's signature exhibition that tells our region's story from the age of the Chumash to the Space Age. Showcasing treasures from the collections, The Story of Santa Barbara fills three of the Museum's four galleries and offers visitors the opportunity to learn about the people who have called our region home for more than 14,000 years. Native American, Mexican, African-American, Italian, Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese people have contributed to Santa Barbara's rich cultural heritage and ethnic diversity. They brought with them unique skills, foods and religious beliefs as well as their distinctive architecture, tools, clothing and objects of everyday life that are highlighted in our exhibition.
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