A class of Third-Graders from Carlton, Minnesota proved they could have a law passed. In 1988, their bill, along with 314 others, were signed into the Law. The idea for Blueberry muffins to be the State Muffin grew in Social Studies class. The kids thought of Blueberry muffins. They thought of it because Blueberries are popular in the Northern part of Minnesota and there is a lot of Blueberries in Minnesota.
Blueberries grow on the same plant as their name.
People like to eat blueberries uncooked, in pies and in muffins. Ripe Blueberries are a light blue and black color and have a waxy, powdery-gray coating.