Grades 3–5
Label the States: Set 3
A third blank U.S. map with 12 more numbered states to name, from Idaho and Nebraska to Kentucky and the Carolinas.
Social studies worksheet · U.S. states and capitals
My State Report
A one-page state report template: capital, nickname, state bird and flower, region, the flag, a famous place and 3 facts.
- Grade level
- Grades 3–5
- Time
- About 40 minutes
- Answer key
- Not needed: answers vary
- Kids practice
- U.S. states and capitals, Regions, Map reading
What kids do
“Research your state (or any state). Fill in the facts, draw its flag and a famous place.”
Printed on the sheet:
- A famous place in the state
- Something it is famous for:
- 3 interesting facts
Teacher tip
Let kids research their own state or one they want to visit.
How to use it
- Use a song or a chant for the states and capitals.
- Let kids check answers with a labeled map.
- Read the sheet aloud for early readers and let them answer with drawings.
Watch for
Kids who mix up capitals and big cities. Point out tricky ones like New York and Albany.
Talk about it
- Which states border ours?
- What did you learn that surprised you?
Take it further
Write to a pen pal class in another state.
US Letter, prints well in black and white. Free for home and classroom use: print as many copies as you need.
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