New England Colonies © Erin Kathryn 2014
Geography Thick, rocky layer of dirt Farming was difficult because the land was filled with rocks or was too sandy. Summers were warm, but winters were long and very cold. The growing season was short (lasted from late May to early October). © Erin Kathryn 2014
Natural Resources Forests (which they used the wood to make buildings and ships) Fish Whales © Erin Kathryn 2014
Industries Fishing Shipbuilding Whaling These industries were possible due to the harbors and ports in the area. © Erin Kathryn 2014
People Pilgrims Puritans- people who wanted to follow a new religion that they felt was more “Godly” Farmers Shipbuilders / fisherman / whalers © Erin Kathryn 2014
Talk About It… Why was farming difficult for New England colonists? Soil too rocky and sandy; growing season too short What were New England’s natural resources? Forests, fish, and whales © Erin Kathryn 2014