New Jersey's Trade and Geography

How Geography Shapes Economic Opportunities Grade 5 Social Studies

What is Trade?

Think about when you trade cards or toys with friends What makes a good trade? How might communities trade with each other?

New Jersey's Special Location

Between New York City and Philadelphia Atlantic Ocean coastline with major ports Rivers and highways for transportation Close to millions of people who buy goods

Natural Resources vs. Geographic Advantages

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Manufacturing Detective

Look at the items around you Can you find something made in New Jersey? What resources might have been needed? How did it get to your classroom?

How Transportation Connects Trade

Ports bring goods from around the world Trucks carry products on highways Trains move heavy materials efficiently Airports handle valuable and urgent items

New Jersey's Trade Web

Geography Shapes Opportunity

"Where you are can determine what you can do. New Jersey's location and resources create special opportunities for trade and manufacturing."