Basic European land claims in North America
Class notes from Monday's class. Just a basic overview of land claims and motivations for the three biggest European empires.
Colonial America Study Guide
Use the study guide to prepare for our test on Colonial America.
Roanoke - The Lost Colony
Roanoke was the first attempt by the English to settle the new world in the 1580s. Unfortunately, the colony disappeared, and their fate is ultimately unknown. Read more about what happened to them and theories on their disappearance here.
Wikipedia article on the Lost Colony
National Geographic article from 2013
Wikipedia article on the Lost Colony
National Geographic article from 2013
Jamestown Interactive - 9/25
Website: http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/2007/05/jamestown/jamestown-standalone
Worksheet: click here
Jamestown PowerPoint
Plymouth PowerPoint
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New England Colonies PowerPoint
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Middle Colonies PowerPoint
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Southern Colonies PowerPoint
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Life in the English Colonies PowerPoint
Map - Colonial America
Complete this map of the major cities, regions, and economic interests of the 13 colonies.
Colony in a Container
With a partner, research one of the original 13 colonies, and present your findings to the class. You'll produce a box, jar, or any other container of your choice filled with info and artifacts about your particular colony. Click on the assignment sheet for more information. This information sheet should also be completed and included in/on your container.