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US Census Bureau

U.s. Census Bureau: State & County Quick Facts: Texas

For Students 9th - 10th
Facts about the population demographics of Texas, categories of businesses, and basic geography.
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Suburban Stats: Current Population Demographics and Statistics for Texas

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of tables using US Census Bureau data showing the demographics for Texas in recent years. The population is broken down by race, age, gender, type of household, and duration of residency in one place.
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Website
The Texas Senate

The Texas Senate: Texas Senate Kids

For Students 3rd - 8th
Targeted for grades 4 and up, this site from the state of Texas provides a capitol tour, Texas trivia and a glossary of terms. A link provides the site in Spanish
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The Texas Senate

The Texas Senate: Texas Senate Jr.

For Students 3rd - 5th
"Welcome to Senate Jr. This is a special section devoted to grades three and below or those not yet proficient in reading. Some activities may require assistance from a parent or teacher." A link provides the site in Spanish.
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Cayuse Canyon

The Us50: Texas

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers much general information regarding Texas history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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Activity
Texas State Historical Association

Texas State Historical Association: Texas, the Lone Star State Today [Pdf]

For Teachers 4th - 8th
An activity guide where students refer to the Texas Almanac to find the facts about Texas that they need. The almanac is free to download.
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US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service: Texas

For Students 9th - 10th
Check out this state fact sheet on Texas from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports. This would be a good starting point for a state report.
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Other

Texas Online: Texas

For Students 4th - 8th
Facts about the state of Texas, its history, government, state symbols, and its capitals and capitol buildings.