Ohio: The Buckeye State

It’s a Big State with a Long History Ohio is a midwestern state with a population of almost 12 million people. And, Ohioans have played an important role in the history of America. But it’s important to realize that the history of Ohio began long before...

Florida: The Sunshine State

Florida is called the Sunshine State for a very good reason: It’s very sunny. And, with 1,350 miles of coastline, it’s also a very sandy state. The Sunshine State has over 4,500 sun-drenched islands that are at least 10 acres in size. And some are...

Massachusetts: The Bay State

Massachusetts is a state with a rich history. (Actually, it’s officially called the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, but for the rest of this post, we’ll refer to it as a state.) Much of the state’s history is tied to Boston which is the largest city...

Good Grammar Pays

If you’re a typical young student, you may believe that grammar is just another semi-boring subject that won’t have much of an impact on your future. But if you believe that, you’re mistaken. Actually, grammar is one of the most important and useful...

Virginia: An Uncommon Commonwealth

Virginia is a state with a rich history, but it’s not officially called the state of Virginia; it’s called the commonwealth of Virginia. Commonwealth is a traditional English word that means the place was founded for the common good of all people who live there. Four...