Know That State: Virginia

Virginia was one of the first states. You can see the Shenandoah Valley there. A valley is a low area of land. It is between hills or mountains. The mountains by the Shenandoah Valley are called the Blue Ridge Mountains.  

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Have you heard of a pentagon? It is a type of shape. A pentagon has 5 sides. This building is called the Pentagon. Look at its shape! The Pentagon is the main office of the United States Department of Defense. People work there to help keep the country safe.

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In Virginia, you can see Mount Vernon. This was George Washington’s home. George Washington was the first US President.  

Mount Vernon is now a museum. Many people visit every year. 

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More Facts about Virginia 

• Eight US presidents have been born in Virginia. 

• The state bird is the northern cardinal. 

• The state flower is the American Dogwood. 

What Do You Think? What would you like to learn about or do in Virginia? 

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