Underground Railroad escape routes, thousands of farms, and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame—this mystery state is a land of exploration, industry, and cultural history. Your elementary students will learn all about the Buckeye State in this fun episode of Unboxed, USA.

A famous wagon trail, towering evergreens, and the world’s largest living organism—Oregon is a nature lover’s paradise! In this episode of Unboxed, USA, your elementary students will follow a trail of clues through forests, frontier towns, and along the rocky coast to discover how the Beaver State went from a far-off wilderness to America’s 33rd state.

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Oregon

From the bright lights and skyscrapers of The City That Never Sleeps to the natural wonder of Niagara Falls, New York has it all! With nine clues and three guesses, can our young contestants piece together what the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Revolutionary War battles—and The Big Apple—reveal about the Empire State?

New York

Step into the gateway of America’s westward expansion—Missouri! From launching pioneers into the frontier to fueling trade along the mighty Mississippi River, the “Show Me” State has played a key role in our nation’s growth. In this episode of Unboxed, USA, your elementary students will uncover the defining features that make this state a historic crossroads—one clue at a time.

Missouri

Mountains, geysers, and buffalo on the plains—Wyoming is frontier America at its finest! In this episode of Unboxed, USA, your elementary students will uncover the rugged beauty of our 44th state, one clue at a time.

Wyoming

Walmart, President Bill Clinton, and the only diamonds mined in the U.S.—they all come from Arkansas! With nine clues and three guesses, can our young contestants figure out what rice, “South Wind,” Civil War history, and possum pie reveal about the Natural State?

Arkansas

Home to the Delicate Arch, the Winter Olympics, and one of the world’s biggest saltwater lakes, Utah is full of stunning landscapes and rich history. Can your elementary students guess the state known for beaver pelts, copper and coal, and the transcontinental railroad? From the Mighty Five national parks to top crops like cherries and hay, learning about the Beehive State has never been this much fun.

Utah

What do “Tippecanoe and Tyler Too,” Studebaker cars, and the Wabash River have in common? Kids unbox clues to discover the story of Indiana—the 19th state to join the Union in 1816. Your elementary students will learn all about the civic, industrial, and agricultural importance of the Hoosier State, a vital part of America’s Midwest.

Indiana

Wheat, soybeans, and half of America’s sunflowers—all grow in flat North Dakota, the “Peace Garden State.” Your elementary students will learn about North Dakota's rich farmland, historic landmarks, and amazing agriculture, one unboxed clue at a time!

North Dakota

What do a palmetto tree, a British attack, and a mysterious island of monkeys have in common? They’re all part of South Carolina’s rich history! As the eighth state to ratify the Constitution and the first to leave the Union, it played a key role in the Civil War, starting with the first shots at Fort Sumter. From historic battles to diverse landscapes and agriculture, this episode teaches elementary students about the Palmetto State, one clue at a time.

South Carolina

What do cattle, copper mining, and a hot, dry climate have in common? They all played a huge role in Arizona’s history as a state! From national landmarks to Navajo and Apache artifacts, this episode teaches elementary students about the rugged and majestic Grand Canyon State.

Arizona

From a gold rush in the 1860s to breathtaking waterfalls, Idaho truly lives up to its nickname, the "Gem State." In this episode, your elementary students will discover Idaho’s unique history, stunning landscapes, and famous potato-growing legacy—one fun clue at a time!

Idaho

Blue crab? The navy? Old battle sites? Maryland’s location on the East Coast (near Washington, D.C., and between the northern and southern states that fought during the Civil War) offers a front-row seat to history. This episode of Unboxed, USA teaches elementary students about the "Old Line State" one clue at a time.

Maryland

What facts can elementary students learn about Illinois from a top hat, jars of water, and pizza? Learn to appreciate the uniqueness of the Prairie State from the mystery clues in this episode of Unboxed, USA.

Illinois

The state of Oklahoma is more than just Route 66 and rolling plains. It has a rich history involving Spanish exploration, Native American tribes, and the Dust Bowl. Can your elementary students guess what each clue reveals about Oklahoma in this episode of Unboxed, USA?

Oklahoma

Did you know that Texas—a land of Native American tribes and cowboys—technically became a state twice? Your elementary students will learn to appreciate the unique history and contributions of the Lone Star State in this episode of Unboxed, USA!

Texas

One of the original 13 colonies, this small state on the East Coast has the motto “Live Free or Die.” Your elementary students will learn to appreciate the state of New Hampshire from the mystery clues in this episode of Unboxed, USA!

New Hampshire

What do a wooden cross, the number 13, and a clown nose all mean to the state of Rhode Island? Your elementary students will laugh and learn as they play along with fun clues to learn about our featured state in this episode of Unboxed, USA.

Rhode Island

A state that once was part of the Confederacy, the state of Georgia today is the top producer of broiler chickens in the United States and houses the headquarters of a very popular soda. Your elementary learners can play along to learn about the Peach State in this episode of Unboxed, USA.

Georgia

Named after a U.S. president and home to America’s oldest public market, this mystery state was the 42nd to join the Union. Elementary school students can play along with our contestants as they try to guess which state is the Evergreen State!


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