Samuel de Champlain
Learn about one of the most famous explorers of all time-Samuel de Champlain
About this book
Samuel de Champlain is an intermediate readers book for children ages 7 to 11. Learn about one of the most famous explorers of all time-Samuel de Champlain, who he was, his childhood, his explorations, his contributions, and how the world remembers him today.
Book details
| Book type | Read Along Book – Narrated in a real human voice with word-by-word highlighting and static pictures. |
|---|---|
| Author | Edward Alan Kurtz |
| Ages | 7 to 9 years, also 9 to 11 years |
| Grade | Grade 3 |
| Reading level | Level 3, Intermediate Readers |
| Length | 15 pages, 1330 words, 12 minutes |
| Categories | Famous Explorers, History |
| Interactive features | What is This? activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus What is This? activity in the Reading and Math app.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: Read along narration with word by word highlighting.
Get the Read Along AppQuizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.
Why read Samuel de Champlain with your child
This book helps children learn about Famous Explorers. The words and pictures work together to make the ideas clear. Read it with your child and talk about the new facts you find. Ask your child to explain what they learned in their own words. It is a simple way to build knowledge and curiosity, and to show that learning can be fun.
Talk about it together
- Would you like to read more books about Famous Explorers?
- What questions do you still have about Famous Explorers?
- What was the most surprising thing in this book?
Inside the book
In Samuel de Champlain, readers find Famous Explorers. Learn about one of the most famous explorers of all time-Samuel de Champlain, who he was, his childhood, his explorations, his contributions, and how the world remembers him today. The book is written for young readers, with clear words and pictures that help the story along.
Children gain a feel for Famous Explorers and new words to talk about it. Read it together, pause at the interesting parts, and ask your child what they think. It is a good book to share, and to come back to again.
From the book: “Who Was Samuel de Champlain?”
Words to learn in this book
- cartographer: Someone who draws maps.
- colonized: A group of people living together in a foreign land.
- expedition: A journey made by a group of people for a reason like exploration or scientific research.
- fleet: A group of navy ships.
- "New World": The continents of North and South America as described by early European explorers.
- indigenous: Native, or originating in a particular region.
- merchant: Someone who sells and trades goods and merchandise.
- navigator: Someone who directs the route of a ship or aircraft by using maps and instruments.
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 7 to 11 years, at Grade 3 and Level 3 (Intermediate Readers).
Is the book narrated?
Yes. It is a read along book, so a real human voice reads the story while words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App. The What is This? activity is a Reading and Math app feature.
How long is the book?
15 pages, 1330 words, 12 minutes
Does this book have a quiz or activity?
Yes. It has the What is This? activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.
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