1. Matt m March 19, 2012 Period 1 Computer #28

2. »Capital: Tallahasee Population: 15,982,378 Entered the union: March 3,1845 Motto: In god we trust Nick name: Sun shine state Flower: Orange blossom Bird: Mocking bird Meaning behind name: Named on Easter by Ponce de Leon meaning “flowery Easter”

3. Interesting Facts Saint Augustine is the oldest European settlement in North America Orlando attracts more visitors than any other amusement park destination in the United States Miami beach pharmacist Ben Green made the first sun tan screen in 1944 Miami installed first ATM, especially for roller bladers

4. World Atlas, map of Florida, March 22, http://www.worldatlas.com/webi mage/countrys/namerica/usstat es/fl.htm This map of Florida shows its capitol, Tallahassee, and many other cities The flag of Florida is a symbol of it’s authority and sovereignty US50,state of Florida flag, March 22, http://www.theus50.com/florida/flag.php

5. Jewelry Mall, Moon stone jewelry, March 22 http://www.jewelrymall.com/stones/moonstone.html This is one example of one of Florida’s state gems. This gem is a moon stone