Avoid Being a Medieval Knight (Danger Zone)
#3 in The danger zone Series
What’s inside...
It is AD 1400 and you are a young boy dreaming of becoming a knight; a life that brings wealth and admiration. Training will begin soon and you must demonstrate strength, skill and bravery if you are to one day succeed as a knight and stay alive on the battlefield. Featuring cartoon-style illustrations, this title aids the understanding of many aspects of medieval life, including education, social structure and religion. Intended for shared and guided reading for Key Stage 2 pupils, it includes captions, a glossary and an index.
Discussion points
What do you think was the most challenging part about being a medieval knight?
How do you feel about the armor and weapons that knights used? Would you like to wear something like that?
What are some of the values that knights followed? How do those compare to the values we consider important today?
If you were a knight, what kind of quests would you want to go on?
How did the role of a knight change throughout the medieval period?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to compare the life of a medieval knight to modern professions, discussing similarities and differences.
Use descriptive scenes from the book to help your child imagine the setting and lifestyle of a medieval knight.
Ask your child how they would solve conflicts if they were a knight, promoting problem-solving skills.
Discuss the historical and cultural context of the medieval period to enhance comprehension and appreciation of the era.
Encourage empathy by discussing the challenges and responsibilities faced by knights.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding Historical Contexts
Explanation: The book offers a glimpse into the daily life of a medieval knight, presenting the challenges and responsibilities they faced.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this knowledge by understanding the importance of learning history to appreciate the present and learn from the past.
Example Lesson: The Value of Courage and Bravery
Explanation: Through the daring adventures of the medieval knight, children learn about bravery in the face of adversity.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to face their own fears and challenges with courage, whether it's trying new activities or standing up for what's right.
Example Lesson: Importance of Preparedness and Training
Explanation: The book highlights how knights trained rigorously to master their skills, emphasizing the importance of preparation.
Real-World Application: Kids can relate this to the significance of practicing and preparing for their own school tests, sports, or any arts.
Example Lesson: Consequences of Choices
Explanation: As readers explore the decisions knights made, they see the positive or negative outcomes of these choices.
Real-World Application: This lesson imparts the wisdom of thinking through decisions and understanding that choices have consequences in real life.
Example Lesson: Respecting Leadership and Hierarchy
Explanation: Medieval knights often served under a lord, teaching children about the dynamics of respect and hierarchy.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand and respect authority figures in their lives such as teachers, coaches, and community leaders.