Thomas Edison, the inventor of the first commercial lightbulb, had a workshop there
Site of the most Revolutionary War battles
There are more diners there than in any other state
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.
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Tracy Vonder Brink
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.Ted Hammond is an illustrator and graphic novel cover artist. His art has been seen in Heavy Metal magazine and Zenescope Comics.
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