We’ve got LIFESKILLS on our mind

Georgia’s State Seal with the state motto:

Wisdom, Justice, and Moderation

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Born in Atlanta, GA in 1929

During the Civil Rights Movement, MLK, Jr. fought for equal rights for all people. He cared about people and wanted everyone to be treated fairly. Martin Luther King, Jr. used his LIFESKILLS to be an inspiring

leader.

The Brown Thrasher

Georgia’s State Bird

Georgia is known for its very hot temperatures during the summer. The Brown Thrasher migrates north to find cooler

temperatures and then returns home when the northern winters get too cold.

The Atlanta Thrashers

NHL: Professional Hockey Team

Hockey players must pass the puck from player to player before shooting it into the goal. The goalie and teammates depend on each other to defend the goal and score points to win the game.

The Largemouth Bass

Georgia’s State Fish

The Largemouth Bass protects its nest from predators. It also seeks food nearly as large as itself rather than finding small fish to

eat.

The Atlanta Ballet

Began in 1949

The Atlanta Ballet is a group of talented dancers who practice and perform in Georgia. This ballet group is the longest performing dance company in the nation. Dance is a creative way to express emotions and tell stories.

The Peanut The Vidalia Onion

Georgia’s State Crop

The peanut was discovered by George Washington

Carver. He discovered 300 different uses for the

peanut, including peanut butter.

Georgia’s State Vegetable

Discovering this sweet onion was accidental. Long ago, farmers

decided to grow onions, but were very surprised to find they were sweet, instead of hot. Georgia’s mild climate, soil, exclusive seed

varieties, and precise farming practices were discovered to be the

cause of the sweet flavor.

The Atlanta Braves

MLB: Professional Baseball Team

Being a professional baseball player requires lots of practice and effort. The Braves play many games every week and have to do

their best at each game.

The Green Tree Frog

Georgia’s State Amphibian

The Green Tree Frog prefers to climb trees where it can easily find insects to eat, but it can also climb smooth surfaces like windows

and doors. This frog can adapt to different habitats.

Jimmy Carter

39th President of the USA from Plains, Georgia

As President, Carter emphasized human rights. He also negotiated peace treaties between countries that could not get along. Today he

continues to be a peaceful leader, as well as builds homes for the homeless.

The Gopher Tortoise

Georgia’s State Reptile

This tortoise digs large holes that provide shelter from predators and bad weather for over 30 other animal species.Many other animals benefit from the initiative of this tortoise.

Governor Sonny Perdue

Governor of Georgia

The governor in the leader of state government. Gov. Perdue must make important decisions that affect all

the people who live in Georgia. It is important for government leaders to use LIFESKILLS, such as Integrity.

The Atlanta Falcons

NFL: Professional Football Team

The professional football players must be very organized, as well as athletic. There are many plays to be memorized and carried out on the field. The teams work hard to score

touchdowns and win games.

The Azalea The Cherokee Rose

Georgia’s State FlowerGeorgia’s State Wildflower

Flowers begin as tiny seeds and we must wait for them to grow into beautiful flowers, such as these that grow in Georgia.

Live Oak Tree Peach

Georgia’s State Tree Georgia’s State Fruit

Georgia’s nickname is the Peach State because it is known for producing the best peaches. Both peach trees and live oak trees begin as small seeds and

take a long time to grow into adult trees that bear acorns or fruit.

The Atlanta Hawks

NBA: Professional Basketball Team

For awhile, the Hawks had a well-known reputation for being the worst team in the league. They continued to practice and play hard.

In March of 2009, the Hawks earned their first winning season since 1999.

Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

Began in 1945

This symphony performs 200 concerts every year at Atlanta Symphony Hall. Each musician takes pride in their

performance. They want to sound their best when traveling all over Georgia and other countries.

The Right Whale

Georgia’s State Marine Mammal

The right whales are an endangered animal living in Georgia’s coastal waters. To protect themselves from killer whales, the

right whales form a circle to appear larger. They are very slow swimmers and this is the way they have learned to protect

themselves.

The Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly

Georgia’s State Butterfly

As a caterpillar, the Tiger Swallowtail larva protects itself through various disguises. Predators do not recognize the larva, therefore it

survives and later transforms into a beautiful yellow and black butterfly.

The Honeybee

Georgia’s State Insect

Honeybees work very hard collecting honey and pollinating plants. The honeybee makes an important contribution to Georgia's economy

through its production of honey. They also pollinate over 50 of our state’s crops.

Raven Symone

Born in Atlanta, GA in 1985

Raven is an actress, singer, and dancer. She is known best for her hilarious roles on That’s So Raven, Cheetah Girls, and The Cosby Show. Raven has grown up in the spotlight but still believes that

education is important. She plans to attend college and receive a business degree.

Answers…• Caring - Martin Luther King, Jr.• Common Sense – Brown Thrasher• Cooperation – Atlanta Thrashers• Courage – Largemouth Bass• Creativity – Atlanta Ballet• Curiosity – Peanut and Vidalia Onion• Effort – Atlanta Braves• Flexibility – Green Tree Frog• Friendship - Jimmy Carter• Initiative – Gopher Tortoise• Integrity – Governor Sonny Perdue• Organization – Atlanta Falcons• Patience – Azalea, Cherokee Rose, Peach, Live Oak Tree (2 slides)• Perseverance – Atlanta Hawks• Pride – Atlanta Symphony Orchestra• Problem Solving – Right Whale• Resourcefulness – Tiger Swallowtail• Responsibility – Honeybee• Sense of Humor – Raven Symone