The oregon state flag was adopted in 1925 and is the only u. Emily mcauliffe presents information about the state of oregon, its nickname, motto, and emblems. These two worksheets are part of a 14 page workbook. Oregon state book store oregon reference the united.
Oregon facts and symbols the states and their symbols. Oregons official and unofficial symbols including the state animal, bird, fish, flag, flower, gem, mammal, motto, nickname, coat of arms, song, seal, tree by trending. Most of the symbols are listed in title 19, chapter 186 of the oregon revised statutes 2011 edition. High above the city of portland the international rose test garden features more than 500 varieties of roses cultivated continuously since 1917.
The reverse of the flag pictures a beaver oregon s state animal. And oregons state flag is the only one in the country to have different designs on each side. The oregon state unit study is a perfect weeklong study about this state. Both sides of the flag have a deep blue background and yellow designs. Some symbols, such as the state fossil metasequoia, are unique to oregon while others are shared with other states. Source information collected for all graphics, facts and quotes. Oregon is the only state flag to have a design on both sides. The oregon pioneer statue that tops the capitol building is a work by ulric ellerhusen. Oregon facts symbols, famous people, tourist attractions. Oregon facts and symbols the states and their symbols mcauliffe, emily on. If you would like to propose a new state symbol, contact your local state senate or assembly member.
Pseudotsuga menziesii, the douglas fir, was declared the state tree in 1939, and is the source of most of oregons softwood lumber. Oregon state symbols information sheet and color pages pdf. It also includes a colored poster of the facts as well as a black and white version to color. The front picture includes a heart shaped shield with an eagle on top,surronded by thirtythree stars.
Overall, this is a fun book that can help children learn the alphabet and a little state history at the same time. Oregon is a leader in the production of peppermint oil and christmas trees. Fast facts highlight each states capital city, largest city, physical. These books for kids about the state of oregon are all available at amazon. Some states have twice as many symbols as oregon, which has yet to choose a state muffin. You and your child will learn so many interesting facts, people, and events about oregon by completing the entire study that. Oregon facts and symbols by emily mcauliffe goodreads. Portland trailblazers nba basketball portland timbers mls soccer. The oregon state flag is the only state flag displaying different images on each side.
The components of the seal each have symbolic significance. Oregon state symbols and emblems complete list of oregon. It was the eighth state to choose an official tree. With the lowcost electric power provided by dams, oregon has developed steadily as a manufacturing state. John mcloughlin, tabitha brown, meriwether lewis, william clark, sacagawea, david douglas, jason lee, george washington bush, abigail scott duniway, chief joseph, tom. Oregon state flower and plants facts and about flowers. A beaver appears on the reverse of the state flag, and oregons nickname is the beaver state stemming from the early 19th century when fur hats were fashionable and oregons streams were an important source of beaver. To purchase a nebraska flag that has been flown over the capitol contact the capital corner gift shop, po box 94883, lincoln ne. Oregon s state birthday is on february 14, valentines day. Oregon city, at the end of the oregon trail, was the oregon territorys first incorporated city, and was its first capital from 1848 until 1852, when the capital was moved to salem. To complete the book, the student must research a us state, draw its map. To purchase a nebraska flag that has been flown over the capitol contact the capital corner gift shop, po box 94883, lincoln ne 68509 telephone 4024712062.
Oregon was home to the worlds largest log cabin, built in 1905 in honor of the lewis and clark expedition, it was a half acre in sizethat is until it burned down in an epic fire in 1964. Oregon state information symbols, capital, constitution. Great seal of nebraska from the secretary of state. The oregon legislature designates state symbols emblems, most of which are listed in oregon revised statute 186. Oregons crater lake, formed in the remnant of an ancient volcano, is the deepest lake in the united states. As of 2011, oregon had twentytwo symbols, but it is likely there will be more. This book introduces the geography, history, government, economy, the culture and. History and culture california state symbols california. Both sides have a field of navy blue with design in gold. Oregon s first symbol was the motto alis volat propriis, written and translated in 1854. Interactive learning games and printables about oregon and oregon symbols. The 33 stars show that oregon was the thirtythird state to join the union. The chinook salmon, oncorhynchus tshawytscha the largest of the pacific salmons, was declared the state fish in 1961. A yellow dye is taken from the bark and roots of the oregon grape plant.
The united states of america accepted oregon as the 33rd state to enter the union. Oregon is the only state that has an official state nut. The action followed petitioning by the 4th grade class of sunset primary. Aug 15, 2017 these two worksheets are part of a 14 page workbook. There are several competing theories, some proposing that it came from french, and some proposing that it came from a native indian language. Oregon state symbols, fun facts, photos, visitor info.
It became the first us state to experience casualties at the hands of a foreign entity when a japanese bomb detonated at gearhart mountain in may 1945 killing six people hawaii was not yet a state during the bombing. Official state symbols, emblems, and icons of oregon places to see in oregon landmarks, parks, historic markers, cities and towns learn the culture and history of oregon. Oregon designated the beaver castor canadensis as the official state animal in 1969. Oregon facts and symbols by emily mcauliffe 2003, hardcover, revised at the best online prices at ebay. To print your oregon coloring page reader, follow the directions on the specific page you want to print. It includes a book that you can pick and choose which pages you would like to use in your book. There are more ghost towns in oregon than any other state in the us. The first known use of the name oregon was by major robert rogers in 1765. Leading manufactured items are lumber and plywood, metalwork, machinery, aluminum, chemicals, paper, food packing, and electronic equipment. Oregon symbols and facts funsheet pack 30 oregon experience carole marsh on. The reverse of the flag pictures a beaver oregons state animal.
On the back it has a beaver to represent the beaver state. Popular oregon history books meet your next favorite book. Bend, near the geographic center of the state, is one of the ten fastestgrowing metropolitan areas in the united states. Some states have twice as many symbols as oregon, which has yet to choose a state muffin, crustacean, grass, reptile, or toy, among others. Simply click the book image aff link to be taken there.
It was used by the local american indians to refer to the river. The bronze state seal on the floor of the oregon state capitol rotunda. Jampacked with information, these books are an ideal resource for report writing and teaching. Heres 40 fun facts you may not know about oregon that. Below, you will find the official state symbols and interesting facts about oregon. Facts and symbols the states and their symbols by emily mcauliffe this book is geared toward readers aged 48 and is part of the states and their symbols series. The legend surrounding the seal is state of oregon and 1859.
Oregon state symbols and emblems complete list of oregon state. This heroic figure represents the spirit of oregons early settlers. You and your child will learn so many interesting facts, people, and events about oregon by completing the entire study that your children will beg for more and more information. The flag of oregon is the only state flag with different pictures on each side. The topics include the various state symbols, indian legends, the origin of the state name, geographical facts about oregon, and important people in oregon s history, including. Play oregon jeopardy, pictographs, crosswords and more learn tidbits about movies, sports, geography, place names and more challenge yourself and your friends to pick the right instaquiz answers. Oregon facts and symbols by emily mcauliffe, hardcover. Oregon was admitted to the union on february 14, 1859, followed by its federal constitution accepting whites only refugees. Oregon blue book explore state symbols flag to motto flag, state the oregon state flag, adopted in 1925, is navy blue with gold lettering and symbols. State facts and research oregon, oregon what do you see. Even with such a considerable city as portland, there are many more interesting facts about oregon throughout the state.
O is for oregon ends with a group picture of the students who participated in making the book. Complete information about the official state symbols, songs, and emblems and their adoption. Oregon state fact file worksheets 3 boys and a dog. These books contain so much information about the long and varied history of this great state as well as fun facts about oregon for kids. This printable is about state facts especially the state of oregon. Perhaps best known for its probable appearance in mark twains short story the celebrated jumping frog of calaveras county, the california redlegged frog rana draytonii is the largest native. Sep 01, 2008 o is for oregon ends with a group picture of the students who participated in making the book. Oregons state birthday is on february 14, valentines day. Oregon blue book from the office of the oregon secretary of state. It is the only us state flag that still has a design on both sides.
Eugene is rated by bicycling magazine as one of the top ten cycling communities in the united states. The 2009 legislature designated the dungeness crab as the official state crustacean. Oregon unit of study learning games, printables, activities. Each desksized funsheet includes original illustrations designed to be colored with markers, colored pencils, or crayons including the state name, statehood info, state flag, state seal, and lots of state symbols and facts for kids to read, color, and learn, plus a. Geography us states oregon history for state symbols, flag, maps, geography, and fun facts.
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