Arizona

Arizona entered the Union on February 14, 1912. It was the 48th state. Phoenix, its largest city is a big producer of high-tech equipment. Its other industries are copper mining, cotton growing, and tourism.

Do you need a project for your school report? Here are some ideas from Challenge magazine, Issue 81, which you can use to show what you have learned about Arizona.

	Arizona deserts are home to many animals. Select one of these animals and write a poem about its existence in the desert.
	What does the name of Arizona's capital mean?
	Make up a crossword puzzle using facts from Arizona.
	Make stationary for the state of Arizona using the state bird, tree, flower and song.
	Compose a song that might have been sung by cowboys of Arizona.

Visit Arizona's kids page for more facts and fun.

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