Compare & Contrast- 13 Colonies

by History Diva

Price: 100 points or $1 USD

Subjects: socialstudies,history,unitedStatesHistory

Grades: 8

Description: Help students explore the similarities and differences between the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies with this engaging, interactive Boom Cards deck! Designed for 5th–8th grade U.S. History, this compare-and-contrast activity challenges students to analyze geography, economy, religion, government, and daily life across the three colonial regions. Students will interact with drag-and-drop Venn diagrams, multiple choice questions, and region-matching cards to deepen their understanding of how geography and culture shaped life in the 13 Colonies. 🧠 Skills Covered: Compare and contrast colonial regions Identify key features of New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies Analyze how geography influenced economic and social structures Practice critical thinking and categorization 🧩 What’s Included: 20+ interactive Boom Cards Venn diagram sorting activity Region matching: colonies to characteristics Scenario-based multiple choice and drag-and-drop Reflection questions for deeper analysis Instant feedback for student growth 📚 Topics Explored: Geography and climate differences Economic activities (farming, trade, industry, plantations) Religious practices and diversity Use of enslaved labor and indentured servants Colonial governments and town meetings