The Colonial World Stations

How did the English colonies develop unique identities compared with the colonies of other nations? 

Guiding Questions

• What factors influenced the establishment of different types of colonies in North America?
• How did the English colonies develop unique identities compared with the colonies of other nations?

Objectives 

• Students will explore different aspects of the colonial world by rotating through interactive stations, gathering and analyzing information to understand the diversity and complexity of life in the colonies. 

Stations Handouts 

Handout Set (Includes the following):

• Handout A: Student Worksheet (one per student) 
• Handout B: England’s Colonies (3-5 copies) 
• Handout C: Spanish Colonial Culture (3-5 copies) 
• Handout D: Fur Trade in the Colonies (3-5 copies) 
• Handout E: The Northwest Passage (3-5 copies) 
• Handout Set F: Maps (3-5 copies per map) 
• Handout Set G: Artifacts (a set for each group for the final station) 

Teacher Resources

• Colonial World Stations Teacher Key 

Facilitation Notes

• This lesson requires preparation in advance. Be sure to set aside time to prep the station materials and classroom arrangement before class begins.