Why Florida?
To the editor:
Dear people of the Great State of Florida,
Hello! I am a third-grade student in Northern Virginia. Our class is learning about the United States, and I will be teaching our school about the state of Florida. In late May, I will create a display for our State Fair that I hope will make you proud.
Although I have gathered facts about your state from book and websites, I want to learn about Florida from the people who actually live there! I am hoping that you would be willing to share information or items to help me learn more about Florida. You might consider sending such items as postcards, pictures, souvenirs, or other unique items that show your state’s pride. Here are a few questions;
Why do you live in your state? What brought your family there?
What does your state look like?
What do people do for fun?
What types of food do you eat? What traditional food/recipes does your state have?
What animals live there?
Do you have a state athletic team?
I will need to gather all of my information by the first week of May. You can mail items to the address below. If you can participate, I will send a note of thanks to the editor after our State Fair. I really appreciate your help!
Sincerely,
Maisie
Miss Campbell’s Class
The Langley School
1411 Balls Hill Road
McLean, Virginia, 22101