My interactive powerpoint is useful in teaching elementary aged children the states and capitals of the Mid-West United States. It uses pictures and riddles from the book "Yo Sacramento!" by Will Cleveland, to help the student's remember each state's capital.

1. States and Capitals of the Midwest Jessica Williams ED 205-08 April 2, 2009

8. After spending all day mowing a path to the library, it’s closed when he finally gets there. “ Oh no, my book is overdue,” he thinks. “Now, I owe a fine!” Quit

10. He’s so shy, look at the toe peeking around the cans of S ’s. Quit

14. St. Paul did not need to worry about getting thirsty because along the road there were many sodas .

16. His dad punished him for making a mess and now the chef ’s s on is sitting in misery after ruining the meal. Quit

18. Happy Birthday, Abe! Abraham Lincoln gets a new brass key . Quit

20. Quit You’re allowed only just so many Nose Ducks for your quota , so make sure the counter bees mark the numbers correctly.

22. Quit Columbus , the explorer, was so startled at what he saw, he said “ Oh ” to the high O .

24. Quit The pear is a French inspector named Pierre and wants to understand what the sow says, so he uses a sow decoder .

26. Quit The medicine whips the con’s son if he misbehaves like his dad.