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All about Nebraska
Websites for studying about Nebraska
A to Z Kids Stuff - Nebraska
Fun Educational Activities
Kids Konnect.com - Nebraska
A safe Internet gateway for kids of all ages!
Nebraska Fun Facts
U.S. Census Bureau
TheUS50.com - Nebraska
New state Study Guides have been added to the Fast Facts pages!
The 50 States - Nebraska
From TeachersFirst. A comprehensive resource on America's states for upper elementary students.
Mr. Donn.org - Nebraska
Lesson Plans for Teachers. Activities & Games for Kids.
Class Brain.com - Nebraska
Start gathering all the information and images you need to make an A+ state report project for school.
Explore the States - Nebraska
From the Library of Congress. Games and stories of America's past.
50 States.com - Nebraska
Fast Facts & Trivia
RoadsideAmerica.com - Nebraska
Find Nebraska travel tips, stories, field reports and maps for unusual tourist attractions and landmarks.
More websites for studying about Nebraska...
Local homeschooling groups, classes, and events for Nebraska
Western Nebraska Home Educators Network Support Groups
Nebraska Secular Home Educators (NESHE)
Eastern
Valley Home School Association
Omaha Parents Educating Gifted Students
Nebraska Home Educators Network
More Nebraska homeschooling groups, classes, and events ...
State Facts
Nebraska was the 37th state to join the union. It became a state on March 1, 1867.
Capital - Lincoln
Abbreviation - NE
Nickname - Cornhusker State, The Tree Planters' State
Motto - "Equality before the law"
Song - Beautiful Nebraska
Bird - Western Meadowlark
Flower - Goldenrod
Insect - Honeybee
Area - approximately 77,358 square miles
Nebraska field trips
International Quilt Study Center & Museum
The International Quilt Study Center & Museum is located on the East Campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, at 33rd and Holdrege Streets. Visit the new museum to enjoy the world-class collection, first-class exhibitions, a virtual gallery, and experiences for all ages. The Center houses the largest publically held quilt collection in the world. The 3500+ quilts date from the early 1700s to the present and represent more than 25 countries.
Nebraska State Historical Society
The Nebraska State Historical Society collects, preserves, and opens to all, the histories we share. The Education Department coordinates tours of the Nebraska History Museum, creates and distributes teacher resources, and is the first place for teachers to get help with history questions.
University of Nebraska State Museum
Museum promotes Gallery Programs,Museum Kits,Planetarium Shows,Self-Guided tours, and much more!
Dr. Paul and Betty Marx Science Discovery Center
Come investigate and enjoy the space that is often referred to as the 'kids room.' Here is where it's okay to touch and explore.
Mueller Planetarium
There is so much to learn and know above just seeing the "Big Dipper." In 50 years, humanity's knowledge of the Universe has reached beyond our wildest dreams. With Mueller Planetarium, the dreams, and the learning will continue.
Wagon Train State Recreation Area
Wagon Train is a 315-acre Corps of Engineers watershed impoundment with 746 acres of land. There are 70 non-designated campsites. Wagon Train Lake is located 2 miles east of Hickman. This area offers boating, fishing, picnicking and a swimming beach.
Verdon State Recreation Area
Verdon offers primitive camping and picnicking. The highlight of Verdon SRA is its spring-fed, 45-acre lake. Renovated in 1998, the lake is filled with chunky, hard-fighting largemouth bass, as well as bluegills, white crappies and channel catfish. Only electric boat motors are allowed on the lake.
Thanks to graphicmaps.com for the state graphics
