Illinois
by: Addyson Grimm
State Map
The states that border Illinois are Wisconsin, Iowa, Missouri, Kentucky, Indiana, and Lake Michigan.
State Bird
The Cardinal is a seed-eating bird with a strong bill.
State Flower
The Violet is certainly one of the most recognizable native wildflowers in this state. It is also one of the most easily grown flower.
State Tree
The White Oak's leaves are pink in early spring for about one week before turning green.
State Rock
Fluorite comes in all colors, the various colors result from tiny amounts of other elements substituting for the calcium in crystalline structure.
Capital City
Springfield is the third and current capital of the US state of Illinois .
1 Landform
Charles Mound is a gentle 1,235-foot ( 376 m ) high hill.
1 Body of Water
The Illinois River is a principal tributary of the Mississippi River, approximately 273 miles (439 km ) long.
1 Main Crop
The type of wheat grown in Illinois is soft red winter.