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Discover Alaska: The Last Frontier with Rich Heritage and Natural Wonders

Explore the breathtaking state of Alaska, known for its majestic landscapes and vibrant culture. Capital: Juneau; Population: 722,718; Entered the Union: January 3, 1959. Alaska's motto, "North to the Future," embodies its pioneering spirit. The state flower, Forget-Me-Not, and the Willow Ptarmigan as its bird symbolize its rich natural heritage. Celebrated for its gold and jade, Alaska is also famous for dog sledding. Learn about the history behind its name, derived from the Aleut word "Alakshak," meaning "great lands" or "peninsula."

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Discover Alaska: The Last Frontier with Rich Heritage and Natural Wonders

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  1. Alaska Kaliena March 19 Period 1 Computer 29 50 states, Alaska's Flag, 4/10/2012, www.50states.com Found in clip art

  2. Capital : Juneau • Population: 722,718 • Date entered the union: Jan. 3 1959 • Motto: North to the future • Nickname: Last frontier, or Great land • Flower: Forget me not • Bird: Willow ptarmigan • Song: Alaska's Flag • Meaning Behind name: Russian ver. Of Aleutian word Alakshak meaning “great lands” or “peninsula” Found in clip art

  3. Interesting Facts • Gem: Jade • Mineral: Gold • Dog sledding is a very popular sport in Alaska Picture found in clip art

  4. Alaska's STATE FLAG Edu,Alaska’s flag,3/22/2012, http://www.law.ou.edu/ushistory/flags/akflag.gif

  5. Map of Alaska The capitol is Juneau Enchanted Learning, Alaska,3/22/2012, http://www.enchantedlearning.com/usa/states/alaska/

  6. Alaska’s state gem and Mineral Mineral: Gold Gem: Jade Found in Clip art Amazon, Green Jade Circle Shape Silver Tone Ai Love Pendant Necklace,3/22/2012, http://www.amazon.com/Green-Circle-Silver-Pendant-Necklace/dp/B0067KKBFQ/ref=sr_1_36?s=jewelry&ie=UTF8&qid=1332423188&sr=1-36

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