By october of that year, nine of the colonies sent representatives to the stamp act congress, at which the colonists drafted the declaration of. A map of the colonies at the end of the revolution a new colonial time line. British colonies along the east coast of north america. Some are group projects marked by a g others are individual marked by an i you are allowed to work with anyone, not just people in you period, on the group projects. Memorable us colonies map quiz fresh colonies map coloring page original colonies blank map awesome colonies map worksheet pdf. Show students a modern map of the united states like this one. The thirteen colonies were british settlements on the atlantic coast of america in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Write the names abbreviations are fine in the appropriate british colony. Which colony was located between the two parts of massachusetts. The thirteen british colonies map assignment fill in the blank map as directed below. The christian foundation of americas original thirteen colonies by glenn swygart at a time when the christian foundation of american character is under satanic attack, americans must be reminded that those who established the original colonies were christians whose primary motivation was freedom to practice and propagate biblical christianity.
Connecticut new hampshire rhode island delaware new jersey south carolina georgia new york virginia maryland north carolina. Thirteen colonies interactive notebook unit splash. We also spend a little time comparing the colonial regions once weve learned about all three. America culture, economy, government, geography to the original colonies. People were hearing about america and were taking risks to come and settle in these new colonies. The story of the thirteen colonies helene adeline guerber. There are many ways to view the events and, in hind sight, it is easy to think you understand. Step 2 fold up the bottom edges of the paper to form 14 tabs. The middle colonies consisted of delaware, pennsylvania, new jersey, and new york. This resource includes a diagram about the founding of the thirteen colonies, 10 short answer questions, 2 charts to complete based on information from the text in the chart, and a vocabulary activity. This free product includes 6 pages that a part of my product called american colonies unit 43 pages. Lord baltimore also wanted to provide a safe place for catholics like himself. A timeline history of the thirteen colonies download.
To make sure you can see the map quickly, print the drawing on hugemeasured paper. What obstacles presented themselves as the colonies sought to create new nation. The colonies were colonies in north america under the rule of britain. The story of the thirteen colonies helene adeline guerber full view 1898. Based on the evidence found in the text, make a list of characteristics adjectives that could be used to describe william penn. All american colonies had some form of statesupported religion. Then label them on the outline map on the back of this page. The thirteen colonies introduction to the thirteen colonies. British colonies along the east coast of north america colonies eventually became the united states2 main reasons for founding colonies. The middle colonies were the most ethnically and religiously diverse of the thirteen original colonies because of the influence of their polish, english, dutch, french and. The middle colonies were the most ethnically and religiously diverse of the thirteen original colonies because of the influence of their polish, english, dutch, french and german origins. At the turn of the 18 th century, the population of the colonies consisted of about 250,000 european settlers and african slaves. Proprietary colonies, such as pennsylvania, maryland, and delaware, were basically land grants from the british government.
This way, every single nation is seen quickly while not having. Pass out fact cards to each student and have them go to corresponding corners. Put a triangle around and label the new england colonies 3. For colonial girls, this was probably their only chance at formal schooling. On the eve of the american revolution, 75 years later, that population had grown to almost 2. Create a map of each region, and put it on the left. These colonies later made up the united states of america. The history of the original colonies is a tangled tale indeed. The chart below provides additional information including the years of settlement and founders of each. These can be used for learning activities and drills. The thirteen colonies and important documents that influenced. Colonial governments of the thirteen colonies there were three types of british colonies.
Put a circle around and label the middle colonies 4. After labeling the map, use it to answer the following questions. Im talking every lesson, worksheet, and activity planned, copied and ready to go. New england colonies, midatlantic colonies, and southern colonies. The thirteen colonies were part of what became known as british america, a name that was used by great britain until the treaty of paris recognized the independence of the original thirteen united states of america in 1783. Many of these people were farmers or planters who lived and worked on small farms of less than two. Dec 06, 2012 the english were settling the areas in yellow new england colonies and red southern colonies the dutch settled the green area the middle colonies the main dutch settlement was new netherlands on the island of manhattan. Here women taught the alphabet, reading, verses from the bible, and perhaps simple arithmetic. The thirteen colonies had very similar political, constitutional, and legal systems, and were dominated. From colonies to 50 states narrator on july 4, 1776, leaders of the colonies in north america met in philadelphia and declared their independence from. The second copy of the organizer may be used as an answer key, for differentiated instruction, for students who were absent. This support varied from tax benefits to religious requirements for voting or serving in the legislature.
Write down as many facts as you can about william penn. I often felt like i didnt have the resources or the support to teach social studies well. In 1760 englishman andrew burnaby traveled throughout the north american. Which colony was established for religious reasons. Get links to my five favorite colonies videos here. Systems of government in the thirteen colonies video. The rates were higher in pennsylvania, new york, where longstanding factions, based on ethnic and religious groups, mobilize supporters at a higher rate. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. In the seventeenth century, the english colonists redefined slavery in ways that had brutal impact on the unwilling and enslaved immigrants from africa, with lasting.
All were located along the east coast of north america. You can purchase the entire product by clicking on my products. New england colonies, middle colonies, and southern colonies. New york pennsylvania virginia north carolina south carolina georgia maine part of massachusetts new jersey connecticut delaware maryland rhode island massachusetts.
Come see what the thirteen colonies has to offer you. In north america, the english colonies were found between the appalachian mountains and the atlantic ocean. Modeled after the 1970s game show, tic tac dough requires students to get 1,000 points, or, score tic and tac by choose a panel between 19 and answering multiple choice questions about the colonies. The original colonies were like independent countries because they had different laws, their own militia, and their own money. Colonial life in 1775, over two million people lived in the thirteen american colonies and about 500,000 of them lived in virginia, the largest and most populous colony. Many people brought their culture with them, and people. Colonization and the revolutionary war background to the colonies before the revolutionary war, there were thirteen colonies1 under british rule in north america. People came from all over europe seeking freedom or fortune in the colonies.
There they should discuss whether or not everyone is in the right. Nearly all the colonies were founded by the english. The thirteen colonies here is a list of the thirteen colonies with the year they were founded in and a note on how they were founded. The colonies traditionally, when we tell the story of colonial america, we are talking about the english colonies along the eastern seaboard.
People who were able to bring over 50 or more settlers with them to the dutch colonies were given largeestates. Introduce the geography of the american colonies with a video. The way a society organizes the manufacture and exchange of things of value, such as money, food, products, and services. The colonies each of the following pages provide a graphic of the state, its founding year, and a tidbit of information concerning that colony. A history of the colonies from the settlement of jamestown to the revolutionary war. Teaching the history of the united states inevitably involves some sections on geography as well. Use the maps on pages 87, 95, 102, and the atlas to locate the following items. Colonies, and the southern colonies, as well as key port cities and rivers philadelphia, boston, new york, charleston, jamestown, plymouth, and james river. The story of the thirteen colonies internet archive. The thirteen colonies were british colonies established on the atlantic coast of north america between 1607 and. The thirteen colonies, also known as the thirteen british colonies or the thirteen american colonies, were a group of colonies of great britain on the atlantic coast of america founded in the 17th and 18th centuries which declared independence in 1776 and formed the united states of america. From colonies to 50 states narrator on july 4, 1776, leaders of the colonies in north america met in philadelphia and declared their independence from great britain and king george iii. You will need to choose 3 of the following projects to do. The american republic to 1877 video the chapter 4 video, middle.
As you look at the following maps and access the accompanying links answer these questions. As time went on, many new immigrants ended up on the frontiers because of the cheaper availability of land. Accomplished us colonies map quiz refrence the original colonies blank worksheet colonies map worksheet pdf. Understanding why and how these thirteen colonies grew to be british and then how the colonies can be grouped geographically and economically is essential to mastering the standards. Original colonies new england middle southern massachusetts connecticut rhode island new hampshire new york new jersey pennsylvania delaware virginia maryland north carolina south carolina georgia original colonies.
The thirteen colonies and important documents that influenced america. But no one knew where they were headed at the time and it could have ended up very different. Another way to use another way to use the cards is to label 3 corners in your classroom the 3 regions. The colonies were a group of settlements that became the original states of the united states of america. That story is incompleteby the time englishmen had begun to establish colonies in earnest, there were plenty of french, spanish, dutch and even. The enlightenment influenced representative government growth in the colonies. Religion in the colonies america a christian nation. Colonial america was a time in history that provided many new and exciting opportunities for the europeans. The colonies each had their own systems of government, but all of them worked in similar ways. Click download or read online button to get a timeline history of the thirteen colonies book now. In addition, students need to understand various perspectives of individuals who lived and worked within the colonies.
In 1776 the colonies declared their independence from great britain. The british colonies w e n s 200 400 2400 mi 0 km 0. Oct 25, 2016 the negro question part 6 the black colonies cummings, mr lee on. The original colonies were quite diverse and they grew quickly. The christian foundation of americas original thirteen. Teaching the colonies, or colonial america, is a highlight of my school year. The colonists of these different colonies hoped to find different things in the new world.
From the establishment of massachusetts to the revolutionary war, your kid will get a kick out of learning how far the u. They eventually lead to the creation of the united states of america and are an important part of us history see the fact file below for more information on the colonies or alternatively, you can download our 23page colonies worksheet pack to utilise within the classroom or. Intrduction 1 unit 7 introduction about this unit the big idea the three regions of english colonies on the eastern seaboard developed differently as a result of each regions geography and climate, as well as the religions of the colonists settling that area. How was life in the thirteen colonies different than today. Thirteen complete colonies lessons in this packed 241 page american history resource feature nonfiction informational text balanced with a mix of engaging handson activities, and interactive notebook assignments to explore the history of each of the original colonies, including the new england colonies, middle colonies, and southern colonies. Mar 20, 2020 stamp act imposed on american colonies. The thirteen colonies were areas settled by the british between 1607 and 1732. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools.
Cecilius calvert, an english nobleman also known as lord baltimore, started the colony of maryland in 1634. In england and in some other colonies, catholics were treated harshly. Have the students arrange the colonies from the 1st through the th colony. Teachers can use the labeled maps as a tool of instruction, and then use the blank maps with numbers for a quiz that is ready to be. Learn the features that defined the new england, middle, and southern colonies, and set the foundation for america. Over 90% were farmers, with several small cities that were also seaports linking the colonial economy to the larger british empire. Behind each panel is a number panel, the word tic, the word tac or the dreaded dragon. Thirteen colonies 4 the actual rate of voting ranged from 20% to 40% of all adult white males.
Connecticut new hampshire rhode island delaware new jersey south. The british colonies w e n s 200 40 0 200 400 mi km 0 british territory atlantic ocean quebec british territory georgia savannah charleston new bern annapolis philadelphia trenton boston portsmouth montreal detroit quebec new haven new york city providence williamsburg south carolina north carolina virginia delaware maryland pennsylvania. Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. It was these colonies that rose up against the british to gain their independence in the american revolution. The teacher will pass out maps of the thirteen colonies to each student and ask them to use colored pencils to color and list the colonies in each region appendix a and a1. The thirteen english colonies were founded between 1607 and 1733. The thirteen colonies colonies 8th grade social studies.
Pennsylvania new hampshire new york massachusetts delaware virginia rhode island north carolina georgia south carolina new jersey connecticut maryland the colonies. How would it feel to have your colonies unit planned for the next 3 weeks. Colonies the colonies can be divided into three regions. The colonies blank map printable with this edition is widely accessible. These free, downloadable maps of the original us colonies are a great resource both for teachers and students. Were here to help in the event of a school closure. These british colonies in north america rebelled against british rule in 1775, in what is called the american revolution in the united states and the american war of. Some sought economic opportunities while others left england for political or religious reasons. By 1780, about 287,000 slaves had been imported into the colonies, most into the southern colonies. Learn how teachers can make brainpopstyle assessments by using the quiz mixer with a my brainpop account. Put a square around and label the southern colonies target 1. Lets get the most obvious information out of the way first. New hampshire 1623 john mason was the first land holder. Colonization and the revolutionary war background to the colonies.
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