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The Thirteen Colonies

Discover the history and geography of the original Thirteen Colonies, from Massachusetts to Georgia, including key facts and landmarks. Learn about the unique characteristics of each colony and their contributions to American history. Engage with hands-on activities like colonial jeopardy and mapping exercises. Explore the regional differences and connections that shaped early America. Dive into this interactive lesson plan and uncover the rich tapestry of the colonial past.

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The Thirteen Colonies

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  1. The Thirteen Colonies Lesson Plan Amanda Draghi

  2. Map of the Original Thirteen Colonies

  3. Massachusetts • This is the colony where the Pilgrims settled after they left England • It borders New York, New Hampshire, Connecticut, and Rode Island • Part of New England • Boston is apart of this state • The Boston Tea Party

  4. New Hampshire • Was originally part of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. • When the Revolutionary war occurred the providence was divided. • Borders New York and Massachusetts

  5. Rode Island #1 • First to declare independence from England • was the smallest colony • Borders Massachusetts and Connecticut • Part of New England

  6. Connecticut • The Constitution State • Borders New York, Massachusetts, and Rode Island • Is part of New England Connecticut = navy We the people…

  7. New York • Borders Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, • Was founded in 1626 and named after the Duke of York • The main industry was manufacturing and agriculture

  8. New Jersey • After the English conquered New Amsterdam. King Charles II gives this providence to his brother, the Duke of York. • borders Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New York

  9. Pennsylvania • Founded by William Penn and the Quakers • They created their own colony because they were unwelcomed in Massachusetts • Holds the Liberty Bell • Borders New York, New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland

  10. Delaware • Originally Dutch only other Colony that was not founded by the English was New York • Did not become independent until after the war, was controlled by other colonies • Borders New Jersey, Maryland, and Pennsylvania

  11. Maryland • In 1633 was founded by Lord Baltimore. • Named after King Charles’ wife, Mary. Mary’s Land…Maryland • Borders Delaware, Pennsylvania, and Virginia

  12. Virginia • Founded by John Smith and the colony James Town • Borders Maryland and North Carolina Virginia is in purple John Smith

  13. North Carolina • First settlers were trying to get to Virginia but in the winter ended up in Raleigh and settled there instead • Borders Virginia and South Carolina

  14. South Carolina • Was the richest colony in North America • Borders North Carolina and Georgia

  15. Georgia • This was the colony were those who could not pay their debt were sent to live • It borders South Carolina and then Spanish Florida

  16. Bodies of Water There was only one main body of water that was used in the Colonial Days, The Atlantic Ocean

  17. The Thirteen Colonies

  18. The Colonies where made in three different regions • Northern (solid) • New Hampshire • Massachusetts • Rode Island • Connecticut • Middle (white) • New York • New Jersey • Delaware • Pennsylvania • Southern (striped) • Maryland • Virginia • North Carolina • South Carolina • Georgia

  19. New York Label the MAP New Hampshire Massachusetts Rhode Island Pennsylvania Connecticut Maryland New Jersey Delaware Virginia North Carolina South Carolina Georgia

  20. Colonial Jeopardy

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