Room 203 Has Some Facts They Want to Share

About Philadelphia
Alejandro wrote:  “Philadelphia saw the first zoological garden in July 1874. The first daily newspaper was published on Sept 21, 1784. Betsy Ross made the first American flag in Philadelphia.”

Elijah wrote: “Each year on Christmas day, the cross of the Delaware is reenacted at the Washington crossing. In 1775, Johann Behrent build the first piano in America and called it the piano forte.”

Ethan wrote: “I did research on Philadelphia. First, the Liberty Bell was created in the 1750s and it formed a crack almost 100 years later.  Second, the Declaration of Independence was approved on July 4, 1776 in the Pennsylvania State House. And last, Pennsylvania was one of the original colonies.”

Joshua wrote: “Philadelphia is an important city to the United States. In 1946 Philadelphia became home to the first computer. Philadelphia is home to the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of Independence was signed in Philadelphia in 1776. For these reasons, Philadelphia is important.”

Yamileth wrote: “Philadelphia is an important city to the United States for many reasons. It’s population in 2010 was 1,526,006. The city used to be the capital of the United States. For these reasons, Philadelphia was important as a city and our capital.”


Anwar wrote: “Philadelphia was the first capital of the United States of America. It was the largest city in the USA between the years 1800 and 1830.  The Declaration of Independence was signed in Philadelphia. For these reasons, Philadelphia is a cool place because it has places to see and visit and hotels to enjoy.”

Julian wrote: “The city was founded in 1682 by William Penn, a Quaker. The Declaration of Independence was drafted and signed in Independence Hall. Philadelphia served as capital for a decade until 1800.”


Stephanie wrote: “The city of Philadelphia was the country’s seat of government from 1790 to 1800. Philadelphia is the scene of many great events in the birth of our nation. Before Europeans came, the Philadelphia area was home to the Lenape (Delaware) Indians.”

Nathan wrote: “Philadelphia is an important city to the United States. First, it is the largest city in Pennsylvania. Second it is the home of the Declaration of Independence and the Liberty Bell. Third, about 3 million tourists visit Philadelphia every year. For all these reasons, Philadelphia is a really cool city. As you can see Philadelphia is a cool place.”

Amaris wrote: “Philadelphia is a great city. Philadelphia is a very important city.  In Philadelphia in 1775, Johann Behrent built the first piano.”

Isaiah wrote: “The facts I learned about Pennsylvania include: Pennsylvania has one beautiful waterfall.  Pennsylvania has different animals than Chicago. Pennsylvania has different cars. As you can see I learned many different facts.”


Rain wrote: “Philadelphia is an important city to the United States. The first fox hunting club in the US was formed in Philadelphia in 1766.  Betsy Ross made the first American flag in 1777. The first computer was born in Philadelphia.  As you can see Philadelphia is important to our country.”

David wrote: “There were three main groups of Native Americans – the Delaware, the Susquehanna, and the Shawnee. Swedish explorers first settled here in the 1600s. The crest of the state seal is an eagle which is a symbol of strength and purity. I learned a lot about Pennsylvania.”


Kevin wrote: “The Philadelphia mansion was built in the late 1760s by Lawrence Masters. In September 1777, Philadelphia was under siege. John Adams spent most of his one term as president in Philadelphia. He moved into the White House on Saturday, November 1, 1800.”


Aidan wrote: “Philadelphia and Washington, DC are great cities in out country and I will show you why.  Did you know that in 1946 Philadelphia became home to the first computer? Did you know that there are no skyscrapers in Washington, DC? The first daily newspaper was published on Sept 21, 1781. Betsy Ross made the first American flag to represent our country. Washington, DC has 167 public schools.  As you can see, Philadelphia and Washington, DC are important to our country.”

Robert M. wrote: “Philadelphia is an important city the USA. Over 1,526,006 people live in Philadelphia. Founded on October 27, 1682, the nickname for the city is “the city of brotherly love”.  Millions of tourists visit Philadelphia every year. Philadelphia is an amazing city to visit.”


Leonel wrote: “Philadelphia is a really cool city.  This is why – Philadelphia is the largest city in Pennsylvania. The Declaration of Independence was signed here. The US Constitution was written in 1786 here. The Liberty Bell is located in a glass pavilion across from Independence Hall. Valley Force and Gettysburg are close by where great battles were fought in the Revolutionary War and the Civil War. For many reasons, Philadelphia is a really cool city.”

Melissa wrote: “These are the reasons Philadelphia is important. Philadelphia is the 5th most populous city. Philadelphia was founded on October 27, 1682. The Liberty Bell is in the city of Philadelphia. For these reasons, Philadelphia is the most important city.”


Shahed wrote: “Philadelphia is an important city to the United States. Philadelphia is the largest city in Pennsylvania. It’s the 5th populous in the United States. A popular nickname for Philadelphia is “Philly” and “the City of Brotherly Love”. The Liberty Bell is broken and it’s inside a glass case. There are many statues in Philadelphia to see. For these reasons Philadelphia is an important city to the US.”

Lily wrote: “Philadelphia is an important city to the United States. First, the city of Philadelphia was founded in 1682 by William Penn. Second the city’s name means “brotherly love” in Greek. Third Philadelphia served as capital for 10 years until 1800. Philadelphia looks like an awesome place to go to that’s all I can tell you.”


Desiree wrote: Philadelphia is important because Philadelphia has the Liberty Bell. Second, Philadelphia has low crime rates.  Third some important people were there like Abraham Lincoln. As you can see, Philadelphia is an amazing place.”

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