Colonial South America

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Grade Levels: 6-12

Time Allotment: 75 to 90 minutes

Maine Social Studies Standards: C1, D2, E1, E2

This lesson examines European maps of South America and the Caribbean for illustrations of colonial ambitions. By observing the differing views of South America between nations and time periods, students will better understand the events of the continent's colonization and some its consequences: war, exploration, and enslavement.

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South America Map Mystery Activity

Suggested Reading

Aronson, Marc. Sugar Changed the World. 2010.

Paiewonsky, Michael. Conquest of Eden. 1991.