Middle Colony New York Founded in 1626 Founded

Middle Colony New York Founded in 1626 Founded by Peter Minuit Presented 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