Are you looking for a wonderful list of children’s books set in New Jersey? Here are some of our favorites! Each of these children’s books is either set in New Jersey or features a person who has close ties to the state. As one of the 13 original colonies and the site of Washington crossing the Delaware, it has substantial American history. It also has a beautiful coastline, but its proximity to New York City makes it a truly diverse setting. If you’d like more information on each book, read more by clicking on the affiliate links listed below.
A Gull’s Story
The story of a family of gulls who live along the New Jersey shore.
Aaron and Alexander
Discover one of the most famous duels in American history between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr.
Cheaper by the Dozen
The hilarious tale of a family with twelve children and their crazy adventures that stem from having a large family.
Heroes of the Surf
Based on the true story of a ship run aground on the shore of New Jersey in 1882 and the...
Hiding out in Pancake Palace
A formerly famous music prodigy hides out for the summer at a pancake restaurant in a remote area of New...
I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916
The story of a boy who comes face to face with the Great White shark that's been attacking the Jersey...
Many Ways to Be a Soldier
10-year-old Rem Goldin gets a small taste of being an American soldier when he spies a British ship during the...
Nicky Fifth’s New Jersey
Two friends explore New Jersey together and discover lots of the places that make it unique.
Night of the Moonjellies
A young boy discovers glowing "moonjellies" with his grandmother off the coast of New Jersey.
Penny From Heaven
Penny's plans for the summer don't go as expected, but she learns important lessons about family along the way.