Where Is New Jersey?

Dive into the history, geography, and culture of New Jersey in this installment of the 50 States series. From major cities to historic events, Where Is New Jersey? introduces you to the state in a whole new way, whether you’re proud to call it home or learning about a distant destination.

Visit famous landmarks like the Atlantic City Boardwalk. Meet important people like inventor Thomas Edison. Read about the state that saw more Revolutionary War battles than any other. Fans of sports, nature, and weird facts will all find something to love about the home of the Jersey Devil—and more diners than any other state!

Including timelines, black-and-white illustrations, and a fact-filled “At a Glance” section, this book has everything you need to know about the heritage, development, and present day of New Jersey.

Tracy Vonder Brink is always curious about the world around her. She loves to make facts and true stories fun and has written many books for kids. Tracy lives in Cincinnati, Ohio, and enjoys reading, hiking, and playing with her two rescue dogs.

Annette Whipple celebrates curiosity and inspires others to live in wonder. She is the author of many fact-filled children’s books, including The Laura Ingalls Wilder Companion: A Chapter-by-Chapter Guide (Chicago Review Press) and Chomp! The Truth About Sharks (Reycraft Books). When Annette’s not reading or writing, you might find her baking for her family or exploring a park near her home in Pennsylvania. Get to know her at www.AnnetteWhipple.com.

Ted Hammond is an illustrator and graphic novel cover artist. His art has been seen in Heavy Metal magazine and Zenescope Comics.