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How the Thirteen Colonies Became Fifty States
Dr. Forrester tells the history of the thirteen colonies and how those original colonies became states. She tells the story of Jamestown, the first English settlement in the New World.
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Geography of the Colonies
The 13 British colonies were founded from a desire to profit from land and resources. So how did their varied geography shape their growth?
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Life in the Colonies: Women
In the Thirteen Colonies, women had limited rights and freedoms. Their lives, influenced by marriage, status, and coverture laws varied greatly, reflecting the evolving society of the time.
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Daily Life in the Colonies
This video entitled “Daily Life in the Colonies” gives an overview of colonial life by exploring housing, food, work, and play.
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Significant Individuals in the Southern Colonies
Significant Individuals in the Southern Colonies identifies significant individuals responsible for the development of the Southern colonies.
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The Southern Colonies
The Southern Colonies examines colonial life in the original thirteen colonies by listing characteristics of the Southern colonies.
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You Tube: Comparing the Colonies
This PowToon animated video compares and contrasts the reasons for founding, geography, economy, and government of some of the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies. [5:05]
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Youtube: Mr. Zoller: Thirteen Colonies: The Southern Colonies
This edition of Mr. Zoller's Social Studies Podcasts focuses on England's thirteen original colonies in the new world. Specifically, this podcast discusses the Southern Colonies: Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, and...
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13 Colonies Review
This teacher-created video is a review of information about the thirteen colonies and can be used to study for a quiz. [3:31]
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American Colonization Settlement
A teacher-created video lesson that focuses on the Northern Colonies, Middle Colonies, and Southern Colonies, primarily their geography, climates, and resources. [7:02]
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The Original Thirteen Colonies: The Southern Colonies
The third of three videos looking at the similarities and differences between the New England, Middle and Southern colonies. This is a teacher-created video that touches upon the geography of the Southern Colonies, their first years, the...
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Jobs in the Southern Colonies
Describes some of the main occupations people in the Southern Colonies were able to do. Includes farming, shoe making, carpentry, and printing. [2:25]