healthyNJ--Information for Healthy Living

NJ Links for Kids

Adventure Aquarium - Immerse yourself in our watery world and get ready to experience the life aquatic at the Adventure Aquarium on the Waterfront.

Beach Guide - Find out the best beaches, what they offer, and who demands beach badges in this handy guide.

Bear Necessities of Safety - The "Bear Necessities of Safety" is a 12-page coloring book created by the Lions, Tigers and Bears Oh My! 4-H Club of Sussex County, NJ in cooperation with the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife. You'll need an Adobe Acrobat Reader to see some of this site so ask a grownup to help you download the software.

Camden Children's Garden - The 4-acre interactive Garden includes indoor exhibits, the Philadelphia Eagles Four Seasons Butterfly House, the Tropical Exhibit “Plaza de Aibonito,” and the Ben Franklin exhibit. Other exhibits include a Dinosaur Garden, Maze, Picnic Garden, Tree House, Amphitheater and Storybook Gardens. Storybook Gardens include: 3 Little Pigs Garden, the Giants Garden from Jack in the Beanstalk, Secret Garden, Frog Prince Grotto and Alice in Wonderland's Garden. The Garden has three amusement rides, the Commerce Carousel, the Arrow River Train Ride surrounded by the Railroad Garden and the Spring Butterfly Ride.

Drought Information for Kids (Delaware River Basin Commission) - Learn what a draught is all about and also do some fun activities.

Hangout NJ - Games, sports information and local info are on this site from the state of New Jersey.

Healthy Adolescent Program - This new web site from Burlington County offers teens info on health issues, volunteer positions, jobs, and lots more.

Kids Water Zone - Welcome to the New Jersey AWWA's Water Zone for Kids. They offer several opportunities to investigate various topics about water use, treatment, and conservation.

Kids' Guide - This book lists all kinds of activities and events. You can get it free at libraries, stores and other places, or order at this web site.

Law Links for Kids - Want to know more about legal issues?

Liberty Science Center - Great place with cool exhibits!

NJ Children's Museum - This cool museum is in Paramus, check it out.

NJDOT Bike Safety Page - Play some games and learn about bike safety. You'll need an Adobe Acrobat Reader to see some of this site so ask a grownup to help you download the software.

NJ Free Fishing Days - New Jersey's Free Fishing Days are usually the first full weekend in June, but check here for the current dates.

NJ Judiciary Kids - Find out about the legal system in the state of NJ at this site.

NJ Kids Count - The KIDS COUNT Program is designed to allow children of divorce ages 5 through 15 the opportunity to view the courtroom, ask the Judge any questions they may have, and to express their concerns about the divorce through drawings and creative writing.

NJ Legislature - Click here to find out about our representatives in Trenton.

NJ Places to Fish Ponds, Lakes and Reservoirs - Here is a list of waters to assist anglers in finding a place to fish. Included here are only those waters where a good population of desirable species of worthwhile sizes exists and where public access is assured.

NJ Places to Fish Public Streams and Rivers - This list of portions of streams and rivers are ones owned by various government agencies and public access is assured. Of the approximately 8,600 miles of freshwater streams in the state, these represent only a small percent; however these waters should provide stretches of uninterrupted "hassle free" fishing.

NJ State Museum - From fossils to fine art, from Native American tools to the finest silver, from quilts to comets, from prehistory to the future, the New Jersey State Museum is four museums in one and offers a galaxy of experiences for every member of the family.

NJN Kids - Read what's on the schedule from our public tv station.

Peregrine’s Kids Book - Want to know all about the peregrine falcons that are making homes in New Jersey? You'll need an Adobe Acrobat Reader to see some of this site so ask a grownup to help you download the software.

Project Linus – Kids Helping Kids - Project Linus makes blankets and quilts for children in hospitals and emergency shelters. Get your pins and needles ready.

Sparky’s Fire Quiz for Kids - Sparky the fire dog offers this quiz for kids. You'll need an Adobe Acrobat Reader to see some of this site so ask a grownup to help you download the software.

Starlight Children’s Foundation (NJ/NY/CT) - Starlight's Kids Activity Network (KAN) is an exciting outpatient program that provides a variety of special outings for sick children and their families.

Then and Now in New Jersey: Health Profiles for 1900 and 2000 - (NJ Center for Health Statistics) Interesting statistics about the life, illnesses and deaths of persons living in New Jersey contrasted with those living in the state in 2000.

US Coast Guard Auxiliary Kids Corner - Learn about boating and lifesaving at this site from a local Coast Guard Auxilliary.

NJ Links for Teens

Health Hazard Alert: Jimson Weed (New Jersey Department of Health & Senior Services) - Teens in NJ have been trying Jimson Weed for a high – check out the nasty side effects though, and you won’t want to try it.

New Jersey Coalition Against Sexual Assault - Read about how to protect yourself from sexual assault, and what to do if you are assaulted. Some information in Spanish as well.

New Jersey REBEL - This is a grassroots movement developed by and for teens to prevent and reduce the spread of tobacco use among their peers and other members of the community. If you’re looking for tobacco facts, check this site out.

Bike Safety (NJ Department of Transportation) - Play some games and learn about bike safety. You'll need an Adobe Acrobat Reader to see some of this site so ask a grownup to help you download the software.

TeenHealth FX (Atlantic Health Systems) - The goal of TeenHealthFX is to provide you with a fun way to get factual health and medical information, and (for those who live in Northern New Jersey) to help you access medical, mental health, and other support services in your community. FX's vision is to empower you to improve your health through individual responsibility.

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