Gopher State

The name of this state comes from the Dakota Sioux word "mnishota," which means "cloudy" or "milky water." Some of the state symbols include the Monarch butterfly, the loon, and the Norway Pine.Which state is known as the Gopher State?

As your child colors in the various state symbols, can he guess which state he's coloring? This fun printable is a great way to combine social studies learning with coloring time. Don't forget to check out the rest of the mystery state coloring pages here.