Middle ColonyNew York

Founded in 1626Founded by Peter MinuitPresented by John Hennin and

Hannah Mates

Geographical Characteristics and Climate

• The climate and soil were excellent for farming

• Good soil• Summers were

warm • winters were

bitterly cold

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.

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.

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

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.

Agriculture and Manufacturing

• Farmers raised livestock such as cattle and pigs.

• They grew vegetables and fruit

• Farmers grew grain like wheat, corn and barely.

Settlements and Homes

• At home boys helped plant and harvest crops.

• The girls sewed and did housework.

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.

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

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