All about Ohio
Websites for studying about Ohio
A to Z Kids Stuff - Ohio
Fun Educational Activities
Kids Konnect.com - Ohio
A safe Internet gateway for kids of all ages!
Ohio Fun Facts
U.S. Census Bureau
TheUS50.com - Ohio
New state Study Guides have been added to the Fast Facts pages!
The 50 States - Ohio
From TeachersFirst. A comprehensive resource on America's states for upper elementary students.
Mr. Donn.org - Ohio
Lesson Plans for Teachers. Activities & Games for Kids.
Class Brain.com - Ohio
Start gathering all the information and images you need to make an A+ state report project for school.
Explore the States - Ohio
From the Library of Congress. Games and stories of America's past.
50 States.com - Ohio
Fast Facts & Trivia
RoadsideAmerica.com - Ohio
Find Ohio travel tips, stories, field reports and maps for unusual tourist attractions and landmarks.
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Local homeschooling groups, classes, and events for Ohio
Unschoolers Winter Waterpark Gathering
Homeschoolers with Open Hearts
Skatetown USA Roller Skating
south west
Worship Guitar Class for Home school Students
Southeast
Sorghum making demonstration
Southeast
Blue Ash YMCA Home School Swim & Gym
Southwest
Akron Roman Catholic Home Educators
Summit County
More Ohio homeschooling groups, classes, and events ...
State Facts
Ohio was the 17th state to join the union. It became a state on March 1, 1803.
Capital - Columbus
Abbreviation - OH
Nickname - Buckeye State
Motto - "With God, All Things Are Possible"
Song - Beautiful Ohio
Bird - Cardinal
Flower - Scarlet Carnation
Insect - Ladybug
Area - approximately 44,828 square miles
Ohio field trips
Hancock Heritage Days
Annual Hancock Heritage Days will again happen just east of Findlay, Ohio very near the original training location called Camp Vance. The 21st and 57th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiments were formed & trained here. This is a Living History and Reenactment that has battles both days. Soldiers, Cannons, Military Ball, Living History, Tactical, Food, Live Music and much more. The location of this reenactment has lots of wonderful walking trails along the Blanchard River that have the appearance of roads from the timeframe. Truly a beautiful park! This will inevitably be the best event so far! Friday will also host a school day program with hundreds of local children. Check website for event held in September.
Annual Ohio Regimental Military Ball
A full day to enjoy! We are featuring sutlers, photographer, afternoon social, cash bar, elegant dinner, and dancing with the Anonymous String Band. Proceeds from this event are used to support Civil War preservation and education. This year's proceeds are designated for Ohio monument preservation at Gettysburg. PH:330-769-3561. February - check website for details!
Bible Walk
Take an unforgettable walk of faith thru
the Bible. Over 70 scenes & 300+ figures, Original music and narration, Non-Denominational and Handicap accessible.
Adams Lake
Located in Ohio's Bluegrass region, one of the state's most scenic and biologically interesting areas, Adams Lake State Park has much to offer the nature enthusiast. Remnant prairies and a quiet lake can be enjoyed in this small unique park.
Alum Creek State Park
Alum Creek's large reservoir and gently rolling span of fields and woodlands provides a hub of recreational activity just minutes from Ohio's capital city. Quiet coves nestled among shale cliffs await the solitary fisherman in the park's northern reaches while sunseekers mingle with thousands on Ohio's largest inland beach.
A.W. Marion State Park
The rolling woodlands and quiet waters of A.W. Marion State Park offer visitors a welcome escape from the rigors of everyday life. This small but unique park offers a variety of recreational activities while maintaining a quiet atmosphere of natural serenity.
Barkcamp State Park
Belmont County's rugged hills provide the backdrop for picturesque Barkcamp State Park. In addition to fine recreational facilities, visitors will enjoy the mature woodlands, open meadows, scenic lake and abundant wildlife of this secluded park.
Famous people from Ohio
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