Research Guides: New Jersey Information: NJ for Kids

NJ for Kids

Symbols Official state symbols, such as the flag, flower, tree, bug. Please note: there is no state song, official or unofficial.

Hangout NJ Features a timeline, a short history, maps, symbols and famous firsts.

“Steal Away, Steal Away” New Jersey and the underground railroad, including routes.

About NJKidCare This page provides information about the NJ KidCare program to help provide health insurance to uninsured.
Hangout NJ State Government’s main site for kids. The links to the different pages are the text on the right side of the picture.

NJ Courts Kids Despite its name, this is much more than just legal processes and courts for kids. It has a wide variety of educational links for children in addition to the fun page.

Delaware Tribe of Indians Information about the Lenni Lenape customs, costumes and history.

Indian King Tavern “The Lenni Lenape Indian Kings commemorated in a tavern name.”

Middle Search Plus This link opens in a new window
Designed for middle school libraries, Middle Search Plus provide access to popular middle school magazines and reference books. Full-text articles are assigned a Lexile. Covering subjects such as history, current events, science and sports, it also includes thousands of biographies and primary source documents, plus over a million photos, maps and flags.
NoveList K-8 This link opens in a new window
Find great books to match the interests and reading level of young children. Hand-crafted recommendations created by librarians, teachers, and book experts. Browse or search by age level, awards won, genre, read-alikes, type of plot, or a combination of factors using the "appeal mixer."
Primary Search This link opens in a new window
Designed for elementary school libraries, Primary Search is a full-text database providing popular children’s magazines, easy-to-read encyclopedic entries and a vast image collection. Students can learn about a variety of topics, including endangered species, famous musicians, fitness and space exploration.