New France Song | Songs For Kids | Social Studies Canada

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New France | Educational Rap Song for Social Studies by Super Simple Sheets

Step back in time with this engaging rap about the history of New France, crafted for social studies curriculums across Canada! This song brings the 1600s to life, teaching key moments and concepts from Canada’s early history.

Learn about:

Explorers of New France: Jacques Cartier’s 1534 journey to map the St. Lawrence River and claim land for France, and Samuel de Champlain’s founding of Quebec in 1608 as a trading post.
The Fur Trade: How the beaver became a golden commodity in Europe and the role of Indigenous allies like the Wendat in keeping trade alive.
Settling the Land: The King’s control in 1663, population growth through the King’s Daughters, and the seigneurial farming system.
Conflict and Expansion: Tensions with Britain, the Treaty of Utrecht, and the eventual fall of New France after the Battle of the Plains in 1759.
Cultural Legacy: The survival of French language, customs, and identity in Canada despite British rule.
This song connects students to Canada’s rich past with lively lyrics and beats, making history fun and memorable.

Brought to you by Super Simple Sheets, your source for curriculum-aligned educational resources. Perfect for teachers and students across Canada!

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