Idaho: The Gem State

Idaho: The Gem State book cover — ENCYCLOPÆDIA Britannica DISCOVER AMERICA Idaho The Gem State CHICAGO LONDON NEW DELHI PARIS SEOUL SYDNEY TAIPEI TOKYO

Idaho: The Gem State — page 1 — 4 IDAHO Water covers an area of more than 800 square miles in Idaho The capital of Idaho is Boise which is located in the southwestern part of the state The state song is Here We Have Idaho One of the largest diamonds ever found in the United States was discovered in Idaho near McCall The diamond weighed nearly 20 carats INTRODUCTION Located in the northwestern part of the United States Idaho is known for its natural beauty It is a mountainous state with magnificent forests countless rivers and streams and range after range of breathtaking peaks Areas of open wilderness such as meadows filled with wildflowers add variety to the landscape Idaho is nicknamed the Gem State More than 72 types of precious and semiprecious stones are found in the state’s mountains valleys and plains These gemstones along with valuable metals such as silver gold and lead are mined in Idaho Gemstones are not the only things that shine in Idaho Sparkling lakes gleaming waterfalls stunning landscapes booming industries and lively people help to make Idaho a true gem of a state Idaho shares its borders with seven neighbors Montana and Wyoming form Idaho’s eastern boundary while Oregon and Washington form its western boundary Utah and Nevada lie to the south and Canada is to the north Redfish Lake has clear mountain waters This glacial lake is five miles long and one mile wide

Idaho: The Gem State

Idaho: The Gem State

Learn about the geography, culture, and climate of Idaho.

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By: Britannica Digital Learning

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Published by: Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.

9-12Age Range

7.4AR

30Pages

Cities & CulturesSubject

1140LLexile

15-30 minsReading Time

ZGuided Reading

ZFountas & Pinnell

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