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Maryland
The Free State
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State Bird -- Baltimore Oriole |
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Maryland Symbols |
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Maryland Information for Kids |
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Natural Resources: Maryland miners dig coal from the ground
in Maryland. Limestone, sand, and gravel are found in Maryland. The
Chesapeake Bay has soft-shelled clams, oysters, and blue crabs. |
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Crops: Farmers grow soybeans and corn. They also raise
chickens for meat and eggs.
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Manufactured Goods: Factories in Maryland produce electrical
equipment, steel, and computer software. |
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Maryland became the 7th state to join the union on April 28,
1788. |
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Glossary |
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This page was last updated on
05/29/06
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