Welcome to New Jersey

Facts about New Jersey

• New Jersey was founded in 1664 by Lord Berkeley & Sir George Carteret
• New Jersey was one of the middle Colonies
• From 1664 to 1702 the colony was divided into East and West Jersey, which later became one royal colony
• Dec. 18th, 1787- it became the 3rd U.S state of the 13 original colonies
• Also referred to as the Garden State

How did new jersey make money?

• Exported livestock and crops
• Built stuff such as boats
• Mined for many jewels and metals such as Iron
• Traded many goods

What did they eat in New Jersey?

• Wheat
• Rice
• Oats
• Rye
• Corn
• Squash
• Beans
• Meats

Natural Resources

• Agricultural land, forests (timber), iron ore, coal and furs
• Grew so much wheat that it was referred as a "Breadbasket"

Religion- there was not a specific religion New Jersey was ruled by thus making New Jersey free in religious beliefs.

Climate and Landscapes

• Weather is around 60 degrees
• Precipitation is around 20-30%
• Wind is around 7 mph
• Many hills
• Rivers and lakes
• Lush Greenery- referred to as the Garden State.

Who knew there was so much to learn in such a small colony

Isn't New Jersey great?

Thank You!!