A Day in the Life of a Voyageur
Now here is a creative approach to historical education! In this all-day program, students "live" the life of a voyageur by donning simple costumes, eating authentic food and paddling a 26' Voyageur Canoe under the guidance of an historical persona. In the winter, students experience the thrill of being part of a student powered dog team. Students sing French Canadian songs, listen to stories and participate in an unforgettable adventure from Canada’s Past.
| (This program can be modified to suit any grade) |
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Curriculum Links & Expectations:
Grade 7 : History
| New France |
| 7h3 |
describe the relationships among the various cultural groups in North America. |
| 7h5 |
demonstrate an understanding of why people came to live in New France (e.g., for land, for military reasons, for the fur trade); |
| 7h7 |
demonstrate an understanding of the interactions between the French and the Aboriginal peoples; |
| 7h21 |
describe fur traders, using current business terms (e.g., competition, market, advertising), as Canadian entrepreneurs. |
| British North America |
| 7h32 |
use appropriate vocabulary (e.g., institutions, revolution, Loyalists, Patriot) to describe their inquiries and observations; |
Grade 7: Health & Physical Education
| Active Participation |
| 7p33 |
apply living skills (e.g., basic problem-solving, decision-making, goal-setting, and conflict-resolution techniques) in physical activities (e.g., games, gymnastics, dance, music, outdoor pursuits); |
