This resource explores the economic system of mercantilism through the lens of the Virginia Colony's tobacco trade with England. It provides background on how the Virginia Company managed trade by sending raw materials like tobacco to England in exchange for manufactured goods. An interactive activity encourages learners to visualize the flow of goods between Virginia and England by mapping trade routes. The importance of laws created by the House of Burgesses to regulate tobacco trade and protect profits is also examined, highlighting the strategies used to ensure that profits remained within English control. Finally, a reflective challenge prompts learners to consider the impact of government regulations on trade profitability.