Mapping the Thirteen Colonies and Trade Routes
Construct and interpret historical maps illustrating the Thirteen Colonies and Atlantic trade networks.

Construct and interpret historical maps illustrating the Thirteen Colonies and Atlantic trade networks.
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3rd Grade · Social Studies · US-WV-SS
9 lessons
Examine the geographic regions, economic systems, diverse cultures, and early democratic institutions of the Thirteen American Colonies.
Plan and construct maps to demonstrate the effect of geographic conditions on historical processes, practices and events (e.g., colonization, industry, agriculture, major engagements in the Revolutionary War, Westward Expansion, etc.).
Demonstrate an understanding of the various factors that influenced the founding of the original colonies (e.g., economic, political, cultural, etc.). • Analyze the southern, middle and northern colonies (e.g., origins, early government, resources, religious and cultural diversity, etc.). • Compare and contrast community life, family roles and social classes in colonial America (e.g., indentured servants, slaves, colonists, etc.). • Compare and contrast backgrounds, motivations and occupational skills among English, French and Spanish settlers (e.g., economics, culture, trade, new agricultural products, etc.).