Illinois The Prairie State Michelle Osuji Teacher: Mrs. Walther
Name Named after the Illinois River Named by French explorer R. Cavalier in 1679 Modern spelling for early French missionaries
Bird Cardinal Adopted on June 4, 1929 Adopted as state bird on June 4, 1929
Flower Native Violet Approved as official state flower in 1908 Voted by school children as state flower
Famous People Black Hawk:leader and warrior of Sauk American Indian Tribe Ronald Wilson Reagan: U.S presiden/ actor Betty White:actor
Places of Interest Navy Pier Millennium Park Wrigley Field
Dancing, sports, and agriculture Square dancing Motor racing/basketball Hogs are the most important livestock in the state of Illinois
References Usatoday.com Statesymbolsusa.com 50states.com Famousbirthdays.com Netstate.com/economy