State Nicknames Match

This matching activity requires students to pair U.S. states with their well-known nicknames. Students read each state name and match it to the correct nickname by writing the corresponding letter. This exercise reinforces familiarity with state identity, history, and regional characteristics. It strengthens recall, supports map-literacy skills, and helps students understand how nicknames reflect each state’s natural features or cultural heritage.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Social Studies – U.S. States and Regional Identity

Geography – State Recognition

Critical Thinking – Matching and Categorization

Social Studies – Historical and Cultural Symbols

This worksheet is part of our United States Worksheets collection.