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The 13 Original Colonies The Native Peoples The New England Colonies Middle Colonies The Southern Colonies End Show

Eastern North American Natives KEY QUESTIONS Who were they? They depended on their environment for food and materials to make clothing, shelter How did they govern themselves? No one owned land, but they respected the right of villages and families to farm certain fields and hunt in certain areas. How did the Colonists impact them? European colonization of the Americas began as early as the 10th century, when Norse sailors explored and settled limited areas on the shores of present-day Greenland and Canada.

The New England Colonies Number of Native Peoples living in North America when the colonists arrived. estimated 18 million List 2 Native American Nations that lived in each of the regions of the 13 Colonies here. Indians, Colonists

How Native Peoples lived in Eastern North America Generally, the Native Americans lived in peace and prosper until around the 15th century when Europeans first arrived on the shores of North America.

How They Governed Themselves To raise responsible, faithful children we must teach them to govern themselves. Children who have learned to govern themselves take responsibility for their feelings, and decisions.

Famous Indians of the Region Abenaki Algonquin Cayuga Chippewa Illinois Iroquois (also known as the Haudenosaunee) Kickapoo Lenape Lumbee Maliseet Menominee Miami Micmac Moha

The New England Colonies KEY QUESTIONS What are the reasons for the founding of the original 13 colonies? The original 13 colonies of America were founded on the eastern coast of what is now the United States between the years of 1607 and 1733. How did the economy impact the livelihood of the 13 original colonies? New England: rocky terrain, cold climate, proximity to Atlantic coast = lifestyle/economy How did the colonies govern themselves? Each of the thirteen colonies had a charter, or written agreement between the colony and the king of England or Parliament.

The New England Colonies The New England Colonies of British America (Connecticut, Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, Massachusetts, and Province of New Hampshire.)

Why People Settled (Colonized) in This Region For prehistoric settlers of the Americas, see Settlement of the Americas

Climate of the Region In this region the winters are long, cold, and heavy snow is common

Landforms/Vegetation of the Region The many capes, bays, lakes, wetlands, and rivers support the fishing industry.

Typical Occupations Found in the Region The forest could provide lumber for New England colonies.

How They Governed Themselves Once Cape Cod was sighted, they turned south to head for the Hudson River, but encountered. The Pilgrims agreed to govern themselves in the manner set forth in the Mayflower. They resolved the border dispute with New England in 1650.

Famous People of the Region Louisa May ALCOTT Author of the most successful young adult novel of all time. Phineas T BARNUM Creator of "the Greatest Show on Earth." Calvin COOLIDGE Popular 30th president of the USA, from a tiny Vermont village. Emily DICKINSON Reclusive poet, "the belle of Amherst (Massachusetts).“ John Hays HAMMOND, Jr The electrical engineer who invented radio remote control, radar and sonar, built himself a fantasy medieval castle home near Gloucester MA. It's now a quirky, fascinating museum. Winslow HOMER Outstanding American painter. John F KENNEDY 35th president of the USA who enjoyed worldwide popularity.

Interesting Facts About the Region The four New England Colonies of Colonial America included the colonies of New Hampshire, Massachusetts Bay Colony, Rhode Island and Connecticut. Geography: The geography of New England consisted of mountains thick with trees, rivers and poor rocky soil that was difficult to farm and unsuitable for crops. Natural Resources: Fish, whales, forests. New England imported agricultural products from other colonies. Trade / Exports: Fish, whale products, ships, timber products, furs, maple syrup, copper, livestock products, horses, rum, whiskey and beer - refer to Colonial Times. Farming was difficult for crops like wheat because of the poor soil but corn, pumpkins, rye, squash and beans were raised.

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Compare and Contrast the 3 Regions New England Colonies Middle Colonies Southern Colonies Fishing community rocky soil . CASH CROPS .

Compare and Contrast the 3 Regions New England Colonies Middle Colonies Southern Colonies Fishing community Bread Basket YELLOW FEVER

Compare and Contrast the 3 Regions New England Colonies Middle Colonies Southern Colonies Fishing community Bread Basket Cash Crops

Compare and Contrast the 3 Regions New England Colonies Middle Colonies Southern Colonies Fishing community Cold Winters Bread Basket warm summers Cash Crops Yellow fevers

Compare and Contrast the 3 Regions New England Colonies Middle Colonies Southern Colonies Fishing community Cold Winters Bread Basket Mild Winters Cash Crops Warm winters

Compare and Contrast the 3 Regions New England Colonies Middle Colonies Southern Colonies Fishing community Cold Winters Bread Basket Mild Winters Cash Crops

Compare and Contrast the 3 Regions New England Colonies Middle Colonies Southern Colonies Fishing community Cold Winters Bread Basket Mild Winters Cash Crops

References Adapted from The Original 13 Colonies Mrs. Joaquin’s class PowerPoint template at SAISD.net. Kudos to her for generously sharing the template.