Chapter 12.2
Discover Early Colonial Settlements in North America
You will explore how European settlers established the first permanent colonies and overcame incredible challenges in the New World.
What You'll Learn
You learn about Jamestown, Plymouth, and Roanoke colonial settlements.
You discover challenges settlers faced including disease, starvation, harsh weather.
You explore how Native peoples helped colonists survive through teaching.
You understand trading posts developed into larger permanent colonial communities.
What You'll Practice
1
You identify reasons why early colonial settlements succeeded or failed.
2
You analyze how Native American assistance helped European settlers survive.
3
You explain the importance of location and resources for settlements.
Why This Matters
You will understand how early settlers overcame challenges and built communities that became the foundation of American society.
This Unit Includes
Practice exercises
Learning resources
Skills
Colonial History
Settlement Challenges
Cultural Exchange
Historical Analysis
Geographic Factors
OH Curriculum Aligned
