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 Rhode Island entered the Union
on May 29, 1790. It was the 13th state. The first U.S. textile mill was made
in Rhode Island in the late 18th century. Its main industry is manufacturing. Roger Williams founded the state.
(Type Roger Williams into the search box.)
Need an idea for a school project? Try one of these from Challenge
magazine, Issue 76.
 | Design a postcard that you might find depicting the Rhode Island red
chicken as the state bird. |
| Newport is a famous resort in Rhode Island. A music festival is held
there every year. Find out the famous musicians who have performed in Newport. Play their
music and have your own Newport
Music Festival. Parents will love helping out with this project. |
| Design a new flag for Rhode Island. What would it include and why? |
| Give a news report from Rhode Island, providing the current news,
weather, and sports. Videotape the report and play it in class. |
| Write a poem about the state of Rhode Island. Set it to music. |
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