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Knights and Castles

by Mary Pope Osborne

Book Details

Publisher:Random House Books for Young Readers
Published:2000-08-01
Pages:130
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! Getting the facts behind the fiction has never looked better. Track the facts with Jack and Annie!! When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #2: The Knight at Dawn, they had lots of questions. How were castles built? What was it like to live inside a castle? How did boys train to become knights? Did horses really wear armor? Find out the ans

Our Review

This engaging nonfiction companion to the popular Magic Tree House series delivers fascinating facts about medieval life, answering all the questions young readers might have after reading the adventure story. It explores how castles were constructed, what daily life was like within their walls, and the rigorous training boys underwent to become knights. The book even tackles curious details like whether horses truly wore armor, making history feel immediate and tangible for elementary school readers.

What sets this resource apart is how it transforms historical research into an accessible quest, with Jack and Annie guiding readers through the discovery process just as they do in the fictional stories. Children who love the series will appreciate diving deeper into the medieval world, while educators will value how it encourages fact-checking and critical thinking. This blend of adventure and education creates a compelling gateway into historical study that keeps young minds thoroughly engaged.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction