Farming in the Middle Colonies was very prosperous, as they grew important crops like wheat, barley, oats, rye, and corn. The region became known as the "Bread Basket" because of the large amount of food produced. Children in the villages and towns would play games together in common areas, like tag and marbles, while also receiving lessons. Schools in the Middle Colonies had a strong religious emphasis, and girls were usually not permitted to attend unless they were Quakers. Women and men's clothing reflected the practical needs of daily life and faith, with women wearing skirts and hats and men wearing hats to do chores and show piety.

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3. Farming
Farming in the Middle Colonies was the most
prosperous of all!
They grew wheat, barley, oats, rye, and corn.
The Middle Colonies were often called the
“Bread Basket”, because they grew so much food.
wheat could be ground to make flour.
wheat and flour could be sold in other colonies
and Europe.

4. Fun and Play
Villages and towns had common areas.
Here (common areas) children would
play, tutors instructed students, and families
gathered to discuss news.
Games kid played included tag, marbles,
hopscotch, hide and seek, and other games
we now today.

5. Schools
In the Middle Colonies schools were highly
religious.
Girls were not allowed to go to school
unless they were Quakers

6. Colonial Clothes
Women's Clothing
Women wore hats to show their faith in god.
They wore skirts for special occasions, and to
cook and clean.
Women’s shirts had jock straps to keep their
back straight.
Men’s Clothing
Men wore hats to keep the sun out of their
eyes.

7. Church