1. Illinois The Prairie State Michelle Osuji Teacher: Mrs. Walther

2. Name  Named after the Illinois River  Named by French explorer R. Cavalier in 1679  Modern spelling for early French missionaries

3. Bird  Cardinal  Adopted on June 4, 1929  Adopted as state bird on June 4, 1929

4. Flower  Native Violet  Approved as official state flower in 1908  Voted by school children as state flower

5. Famous People Black Hawk:leader and warrior of Sauk American Indian Tribe Ronald Wilson Reagan: U.S presiden/ actor Betty White:actor

6. Places of Interest Navy Pier Millennium Park Wrigley Field

7. Dancing, sports, and agriculture Square dancing Motor racing/basketball Hogs are the most important livestock in the state of Illinois

8. References Usatoday.com Statesymbolsusa.com 50states.com Famousbirthdays.com Netstate.com/economy