Interesting Facts about Montana

These interesting facts about Montana for kids include the home to an eagle migration area, the Montana Yogo sapphire, and where dinosaur eggs were found.

This is part of the 50 states unit study as we travel around America, learning about each state’s history. Check out these Arkansas facts for kids below! Find some fun crafts, activities, and books for each state that will engage kids of all ages.

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Montana State Facts

Montana sits in the northern United States and borders Canada. Known as The Treasure State, it became the 41st state in 1889. Helena, the capital, ranks 43rd in population among U.S. capitals. Also, Montana’s rich history attracts many visitors. Furthermore, its scenic landscapes offer breathtaking views.

Fact One: Home to the Rocky Mountain Front Eagle Migration Area

More eagles are seen in a single day in Montana than any other country. The Golden Eagle and the Bald Eagle are the two types of eagles you’ll find there. They are both huge raptors that eat squirrels, fish, rabbits, and prairie dogs.

Here are some fun crafts and activities that you can do with your kids:

Do this Handprint Bald Eagle Craft with your family.
This Paper Bag Eagle Craft is perfect for an afternoon of activity.
Discover Pictures and Facts about Eagles for Kids in this book.
Make your own Flying Eagle!
These Pom Pom Bald Eagles are fun to make and play with later.

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Fact Two: The Montana Yogo Sapphire was found here

The Montana Yogo Sapphire is the only North American gem in England’s Crown Jewels. These stones are naturally bright and clear. Also, most sapphires need heat treatment to enhance their color. Besides, Yogo Sapphires stand out for their vivid hue.

Here are some fun crafts and activities that you can do with your kids:

Help your kids make their very own crystals.
Make your own jewelry with these glass cracked gemstones.
Read this book on collecting rocks and mineral treasures!
Make these beautiful glass gem lanterns out of gems and mason jars.
Help your preschooler make a gem suncatcher.

Fact Three: Dinosaur Eggs were discovered at Egg Mountain

In 1978, Marion Brandvold discovered the first dinosaur eggs near Choteau, Montana. They were eventually identified as eggs. Also, the mountain was renamed Egg Mountain in their honor.

Here are some fun crafts and activities that you can do with your kids:

These pop-up dinosaurs are so much fun for your preschoolers.
Make these frozen dinosaur eggs with an ice mold and small dinosaurs.
Do this fun activity book with your kids all about dinosaur eggs.
Make your own hatching dinosaur eggs in this activity.
Make dinosaur eggs with sand, flour, coffee, water, and small dinosaurs.

Fact Four: Triple Divide Peak

At Triple Divide Peak in the Lewis Range, water flows to three oceans. Streams reach the Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean, and Hudson Bay. Also, it’s the only spot in America with three divides. In addition, it’s one of only three such places worldwide.

Here are some fun crafts and activities that you can do with your kids:

Make this fun tin foil river with your kids in the backyard.
These embossed foil fish are reflective and fun to make.
Read this fun, imaginative story about rivers in Who’s Hiding on the River
See the river at night with this moon river craft for kids.
Help your kids make this sailboat craft to float down their homemade river.

Fact Five: Largest Grizzly Bear Population

Montana has the largest grizzly bear population in the lower 48 states. Plus, bears live in meadows, forests, and plains. They don’t migrate because they hibernate in the winter. They are omnivores and eat meat as well as plants. These huge animals are adaptable and will roam to find food wherever they can.

Here are some fun crafts and activities that you can do with your kids: