Road Trip USA- Maine

Here is our trip to Maine. We had a great time learning about Maine. Here is what we learned about Maine. Sorry I do not have pictures of us doing this I just didn’t think about it as we did them..

Here is what we learned about Maine

• Located the State and Capital (Augusta) on US Map
• Maine became the 23rd state on March 15, 1820
• State Berry wild blueberry
• State Bird: Black Capped Chickadee

• State Flower The white pine cone and tassel

• State Animal The moose
• We studied about Portland Head Light, Fort Williams Park, ME

Isn't it just beautiful?

• Maine is known for its world-famous Maine Lobster

Yummy!!

• We made Blue Berry Muffins

Simple Blueberry Muffins:
Ingredients:
 6 C. All-purpose Flour
 4 Tbsp. Baking Powder
 1 1/2 tsp. Salt
 1 C. Sugar
 3 Eggs
 1 c. Melted Shortening
 2 C. Milk
 2 C. Blueberries
Directions:
1. Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Mix together dry ingredients and set aside.
3. Beat eggs and milk, then combine with dry ingredients. Add melted shortening and mix well.
4. Carefully fold rinsed Blueberries into batter.
5. Fill greased muffin tins 3/4 full and bake 20 minutes or until lightly golden on tops.

We had a fun trip to Maine I hope we can visit for real one day. I hope you enjoyed it too! If you would like to learn more about Maine here is a link for more historical landmarks.

If you would like to learn more or purchase this curriculum click on the picture below.

God Bless

Jen