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Explore how European explorers like John Cabot, Samuel De Champlain, and Robert De La Salle claimed territories in North America, with discussions on France, Spain, and England's competitions for land. Engage in biographies, discussions, and creative activities to understand the motivations and impacts of these explorers.
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Warm Up: Where have we been?: What European Explorer was first to claim land in America? Where are we going?: What do you think will happen next?
Today’s Question: How did France, Spain, and England compete for land in North America?
Today’s Agenda: • Color map/take notes of territories claimed in North America • Individually: read biography of one explorer and answer essential questions • In groups: discuss biography and create “historical head”
England: John Cabot John Cabot claimed ___________ ___________ (Newfoundland) for England.
France: Samuel De Champlain Samuel De Champlain established the __________ settlement of __________.
France: Robert De La Salle Robert De La Salle claimed the __________ River Valley for _________.
Spain: Francisco Coronado Francisco Coronado claimed the __________ for __________.
Biographies of Explorers: Read the biography of one of the explorers we discussed and answer the essential questions: • Where is he from? • What country did he work for? • When did he claim land? • Where did he claim land?
With your group: • Discuss the 4 essential questions/make sure everyone has the correct answers • Create a “historical head”. Draw an outline of your explorer’s head and inside write words, draw pictures and label objects to show his personality and his motivations, obstacles and accomplishments as an explorer.
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