Texas

“The Lone Star State”

Size

• Texas is 695,622 sq. km.

• It is the 2nd largest state.

• There are over 24 million people living in Texas.

• It is the 2nd most populous state.

Climate

• Average summer temperatures: – 26-29°C

• Average winter temperatures: – 2-16 °C

• Average annual precipitation- 71 cm

• Extreme weather conditions: sandstorms, thunderstorms, tornados, and hurricanes.

Plants

• Texas does not have many trees, but there are over 4,000 types of flowers.

• Texas also has shrubs, grasses, and cacti.

Animals

• Texas has over 100 kinds of snakes and over 500 kinds of birds.

• Bison, bears, wolves, mountain lions, and pronghorns are native Texan animals.

• Along the coast, there are alligators, fish, oysters, and shrimp.

Name Origin

• The name “Texas” is based on a word used by Caddo Indians meaning "friends"

Motto

• Our state motto is friendship.

• Texas is known for it’s “southern hospitality.”

State Symbols

• Flower– Bluebonnet

• Tree– Pecan

• Animals– Longhorn – Armadillo– Mockingbird– Monarch Butterfly

• Dance– Square dance

• Dish– Chili

Annexation

• Texas was the 28th state to join the U.S.

• Texas became a part of the U.S. on December 29, 1845.

Flag

• The "lone star" is an older symbol which symbolized Texans' independence from Mexico.

• It is still seen today as a symbol of Texas' independent spirit.

• Blue- loyalty• Red- bravery• White- purity

State Song

• “Texas, Our Texas”• It was written by William

J. Marsh• Texas, Our Texas! all

hail the mighty State!• Lyrics:

– Texas, Our Texas! so wonderful so great!

– Boldest and grandest, withstanding every test

– O Empire wide and glorious, you stand supremely blest.

Capital

• The capital of Texas is Austin.

Governor

• The governor of Texas is Rick Perry.

• He is the person in charge of the state.

Important People

• Sam Houston was the first president of the Republic of Texas.

• Stephen Austin helped settle Texas.

• Lance Armstrong is one of the best bicyclists in the world.

• Jennifer Garner is a famous actress.

Industry

• Agricultures• Shipping industry• NASA• Tourism• Oil and natural gas

Sports

• Football– Dallas Cowboys– Houston Texans

• Basketball– Dallas Mavericks– San Antonio Spurs– Houston Rockets

• Baseball– Texas Rangers– Houston Astros

• Hockey– Dallas Stars

Entertainment

• Six Flags• Sea World• State Parks• National Parks• Fairs, festivals, and

special events