Samuel De Champlain: From New France to Cape Cod

by Adrianna Morganelli

Brave the stormy seas of the Atlantic Ocean to join Samuel de Champlain's expedition to North America in the early 1600s. This exciting new book follows the footsteps of the "Father of New France" in his mission to colonize what would later become Quebec. Colorful illustrations and maps follow his trek from Cape Breton to Cape Cod and the lake that now bears his name. A recipe from the period is also included. Topics include - what the Renaissance period meant to France and exploration - Champlain's early life - life at Ste. Croix, Port Royal, and the Québec Habitation - what life was like for sailors at sea - the Order of Good Cheer - the traditions and customs of the Iroquois, Algonquin, and Huron Indians - Champlain's involvement in the battle among the Native Indians. Teacher's guide available.

Genres: History

Paperback

First published November 1, 2005

Reviews

[Ebookwormy1 · Rating 3 out of 5]

We have read several "In the Footsteps of Explorers" series books by Crabtree Publications. They have all been excellent histories for elementary students.

Colorful drawings/ pictures and an appropriate vocabulary level (with a glossary for checking unfamiliar terms) ensure that a student can explore the material more thoroughly on their own, or for stronger readers, read it the first time.

I thought this particular title would have been helped by a more detailed map of the area Champlain explored, mapped and/ or governed.

This one seemed to lack the luster of the other titles, but I suspect this has more to do with reading it when the horrible head cold finally caught us. Recommended.

[Sam Doucette · Rating 5 out of 5]

This caught my eye when I went to a local library. I've been told that I am a descendant of Germain Doucet who came to New France on one of Champlain's voyages. My kids liked the book, as did I.