Idaho‘s nickname is the Gem State because of the abundance of precious stones found. Opal, jade, jasper, and topaz are a few of the rare gems found there. The state gem is the star garnet.
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Almost an Author Post – Research’s Unexpected Benefit
Novelists may sometimes find that their story stalls in the middle. Writers of historical fiction can reap unexpected benefits from their research.
DevoKids Post – Big Bend National Park
To explore this national park in Texas, take a desert hike (choose from short and easy walks to longer ones requiring several days), forested mountain hikes, or short river walks. This park is especially nice for bird lovers!
DevoKids Post – South Carolina, the Palmetto State
Colonists in South Carolina didn’t all support seeking independence from Great Britain until the British attacked Charleston.
DevoKids post – Hawaii, the Aloha State
The Hawaiian language doesn’t have 26 letters. Do you know how many there are? Post your guess and check here for the answer. Enjoy learning a bit about our state with its own time zone!
DevoKids post – Florida, the Sunshine State
Florida, the Sunshine State, is home to the world’s largest recreational resort and Kennedy Space Center. Find out more on my post on DevoKids!
Almost an Author post – Create Timeline of Novel’s Events
I guest posted on Almost An Author. In my post, I write about creating novel timelines, a helpful tool to keep novelists organized. Please check it out!
DevoKids post – Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park
There is a volcano in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park that has been erupting for a while. Has it been months? Years? Click on the link to find out!
DevoKids Post – New Jersey, the Garden State
Ever wonder how New Jersey got its nickname? Click on the link to learn a bit about this state’s history.
Almost an Author post – Seeing His Words in Print Baffles Mark Twain
Mark Twain’s life was at a pivotal moment. What does one do after losing a million dollars?
He was out of the States and in Nevada Territory where fortunes were made and lost while mining for silver in the 1860s. He ought to know; his part-ownership in a silver mine had made him a millionaire. Through the worst of misfortunes, Twain lost his interest in the mine after ten days. His loss ended up being the world’s gain.
Sandra Merville Hart 