All about New Jersey
Websites for studying about New Jersey
A to Z Kids Stuff - New Jersey
Fun Educational Activities
Kids Konnect.com - New Jersey
A safe Internet gateway for kids of all ages!
New Jersey Fun Facts
U.S. Census Bureau
TheUS50.com - New Jersey
New state Study Guides have been added to the Fast Facts pages!
The 50 States - New Jersey
From TeachersFirst. A comprehensive resource on America's states for upper elementary students.
Mr. Donn.org - New Jersey
Lesson Plans for Teachers. Activities & Games for Kids.
Class Brain.com - New Jersey
Start gathering all the information and images you need to make an A+ state report project for school.
Explore the States - New Jersey
From the Library of Congress. Games and stories of America's past.
50 States.com - New Jersey
Fast Facts & Trivia
Awesome America - New Jersey
Fun Facts • Stunning Photos • Travel Info
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Local homeschooling groups, classes, and events for New Jersey
Christian Performing Arts Center
Southern
New Jersey Homeschool Association
statewide
LEAP Homeschool Group
Southwest
Holy Family Homeschool group
Ocean County
F.R.E.E. of Northwest NJ
Morris, Sussex, and Warren Counties
Public Speaking Workshops (Speech & Debate)
Central
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State Facts
New Jersey was the 3rd state to join the union. It became a state on December 18, 1787.
Capital - Trenton
Abbreviation - NJ
Nickname - Garden State
Motto - "Liberty and Prosperity"
Song -
Bird - Eastern Goldfinch
Flower - Purple Violet
Insect - Honey Bee
Area - approximately 8,722 square miles
New Jersey field trips
National Society of The Colonial Dames of America (NSCDA)
An organization devoted to furthering an appreciation of our national heritage through historic preservation, patriotic service and educational projects. Committed to the stewardship of its museum properties, Peachfield and the Old Schoolhouse. The Colonial Dames desire to preserve the building, lands and collections to enrich and enlighten a diverse public. The story of change at these properties will be told to encourage the understanding of architectural, agricultural and educational values through time.
Kittatinny Valley State Park
Glacial lakes, limestone outcroppings, former railroads, and a small airport are features of Kittatinny Valley State Park. Lake Aeroflex and Gardner’s Pond form part of the headwaters of the Pequest River and are excellent for fishing and boating. This scenic property is home to a variety of wildlife such as whitetail deer, wild turkey, a variety of songbirds, beaver, muskrats, and squirrels.
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Liberty State Park
Historic Gateway to America - Liberty State Park is a green oasis in the middle of Metropolitan northern New Jersey. With the Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island as a spectacular backdrop, Liberty State Park is one of the state's most dramatic parks.
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Long Pond Ironworks State Park
The old stone walls, furnaces and other remnants of the once industrious ironworking community now sit tranquilly next to the swiftly flowing Wanaque River. The village is undergoing research and restoration and one waterwheel has been reconstructed. Future plans call for additional restoration work.
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Monmouth Battlefield State Park
One of the largest battles of the American Revolution took place in the fields and forests that now make up Monmouth Battlefield State Park. The park preserves a splendid rural 18th-century landscape of hilly farmland and hedgerows that encompasses miles of hiking and horseback riding trails, picnic areas, a restored Revolutionary War farmhouse and a visitors center.
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Parvin State Park
Hidden in the southwestern part of the state is Parvin State Park, a park whose history is as varied as its wildlife. Situated on the edge of the Pine Barrens, the park not only has pine forests typical to the area but also a swamp hardwood forest. Spring bursts out in bright colors and rich fragrances with blossoming dogwood, laurel, holly, magnolia, wild azalea and over 200 kinds of flowering plants. Thundergust Lake, Parvin Lake and Muddy Run are popular for fishing and boating. Swimming is allowed in Parvin Lake only.
Princeton Battlefield State Park
On January 3, 1777, the peaceful winter fields and woods of Princeton Battlefield were transformed into the site of what is considered to be the fiercest fight of its size during the American Revolution. During this desperate battle, American troops under General George Washington surprised and defeated a force of British Regulars. Coming at the end of "The Ten Crucial Days" which saw the well-known night crossing of the Delaware River and two battles in Trenton, the Battle of Princeton gave Washington his first victory against the British Regulars on the field. The battle extended over a mile away to the College of New Jersey (now Princeton University).
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