Tennessee State Symbols And Emblems

Tennesseans may be stirred by the sight of their state flag or the strains of "The Tennessee Waltz, " but there are many other symbols associated with the Volunteer State: animals, plants, and even rocks. This new edition of Rob Simbeck's popular book describes thirty-one emblems of Tennessee's heritage and explains how they came to be recognized as official state symbols. Simbeck has compiled a treasury of facts and anecdotes about Tennessee's symbols that will surprise even those who have lived their entire lives in the state. Here is the story behind the construction of the state capitol; an account of the "war of the iris and passionflower" as they vied for official recognition; and a fascinating look at the most fragile state symbol, the freshwater pearl, the product of the state's mussels, many of which are endangered. Also included are the lyrics to Tennessee's seven state songs, from "Rocky Top" to "Pride of Tennessee." New entries in this edition include the state reptile (eastern box turtle), state amphibian (Tennessee cave salamander), and the state tartan, which celebrates the Scottish origins of Tennessee's early settlers -- plus the state's official festival, the Smithville Fiddlers' Jamboree and Crafts Festival. From the mockingbird to the zebra swallowtail butterfly, these symbols are a celebration of what it means to be a Tennessean. Simbeck's stories will delight readers of all ages and give them a new appreciation for their state's rich heritage.

NETSTATE provides a list of the state symbols and emblems of Tennessee. These symbols include the state flower, song, and flag. NETSTATE offers this and other information for each state. NETSTATE is located in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire.

Presents information about the state of Tennessee, its nickname, motto, and emblems.

This unique book combines state-specific facts and 30 fun-to-do hands-on projects. The Symbols Projects Book includes creating a model of the state bird, counting popcorn to visualize state population, creating state borders using craft materials, making a scrapbook of unique state facts and more! Kids will have a blast and build essential knowledge skills including research, reading, writing, science and math. Great for students in K-8 grades and for displaying in the classroom, library or home.

The Department of Education of Tennessee offers information about the state symbols of Tennessee. Descriptions of the state seal, bird, insects, gemstone, flag, tree, rocks, wildflower, flower, song, animal, and other symbols are available. Images of the symbols are included.

This book explains how to draw some on Tennessee's sights and symbols, including the state seal, the official flower, and Nashville Union Station.

Why is Tennessee called the Volunteer State? Readers find out the answer to this question and more in this colorful edition on America’s sixteenth state. Students learn about major industries, state symbols, and the famous people who embody all that is Tennessee.

ClassBrain.com, Inc. presents a collection of Web sites for children on the state of Tennessee. The sites include official state sites for children, a list of books about the state, the history and statistics of the state, coloring pages of the symbols and emblems of the state, state maps, tourist information, and photographs of Tennessee.