Come gather 'round, little ones so dear,
And listen to a story, without fear,
Of an expedition that set forth,
To find a path, that was far North.

A group of nomads, brave and true,
Sought the Northwest Passage through,
But the way was harsh and hostile too,
With uninhabited lands, that no one knew.

They hired an interpreter, who could speak,
With the natives they might meet,
And guide them on their perilous quest,
Through unknown lands, with no rest.

They built a pirogue, light and strong,
To cross the waters, that were long,
And a keelboat too, to carry their gear,
And face the dangers, without fear.

They crossed the Continental Divide,
To reach the other side,
And saw the beauty, that nature hides,
In places where no one resides.

They boiled their food, in pots so big,
And drank from streams, with a twig,
And sang songs, as they journeyed along,
Their hearts filled with joy and song.

So if you ever feel the urge,
To explore new lands, and converge,
With nature's beauty, wild and free,
Remember the tale, of this brave journey.

Reflections

1. What was the goal of the adventurers in this story?
2. What kind of challenges did the adventurers face on their journey?
3. How did the interpreter help the adventurers during their expedition?
4. What kind of boats did the adventurers use to cross the water?
5. What did the adventurers do to cook their food and stay nourished on their journey?
6. What did the adventurers discover about nature in the uninhabited lands they crossed?
7. Would you want to go on an expedition like this one? Why or why not?
8. What qualities do you think the adventurers needed to complete their journey?