Middle Colony New York Founded in 1626 Founded by Peter Minuit

1. Middle ColonyNew YorkFounded in 1626Founded by Peter Minuit Presented by John Hennin and Hannah Mates

2. Geographical Characteristics and Climate • The climate and soil were excellent for farming • Good soil • Summers were warm • winters were bitterly cold

3. Reason for Settlement • The King of England gave this colony to his brother James, The Duke of York, for farming. • New York was first settled by the Dutch.

4. Religious Beliefs • They were Christians. • Not many churches. • Some people who went to church would sometimes stay for the whole day. • Church was a very important affair to New York people.

5. Government • Because proprietors lived in England, it was difficult for them to control their faraway property • Self-government • Representatives • Proprietor picked the governor because James the Duke of York lived in England

6. Education • Most children in the middle colonies learned how to read and write, but many colonists believed that it was most important for children to learn useful work skills • There were no girls unless they were Quakers.

7. Agriculture and Manufacturing • Farmers raised livestock such as cattle and pigs. • They grew vegetables and fruit • Farmers grew grain like wheat, corn and barely.

8. Settlements and Homes • At home boys helped plant and harvest crops. • The girls sewed and did housework.

9. Towns and Cities • New York is one of the most important and largest city. • Ports and centers of shipping and trade • The free market economy of these successful cities attracted merchants, shopkeepers, and artisans.

10. Other Interesting Facts • New Jersey was a former part of New York • New York used to be called New Netherland until the Duke of York renamed it New York

11. Important People to Know • King of England the one who gave James New York • James the Duke of York was the owner of New York • Peter Minuit was the founder of New York