King Arthur and the Legends of Camelot
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Retells the stories of Merlin, Morgan Le Fay, the Round Table, Sir Lancelot, Tristram and Iseult, Sir Gareth, the Grail quest, Mordred, and the decline of Camelot. A dramatic retelling of the classic legend of King Arthur and his knights of the Round Table captures all of the majesty of the mystical quest for the Holy Grail. All ages.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-9
Length
176 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What qualities do you think make King Arthur a good leader?
How would you help a friend who was facing a challenge like one in the story?
What does the story teach us about bravery and making difficult decisions?
If you could have an adventure in Camelot, what would it look like?
Which character in the book do you admire the most and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Create a visual timeline of the story with your child as you read to help them understand the sequence of events.
Encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book. Discuss why they made those choices.
Compare and contrast different characters' actions and decisions, prompting your child to think about what they would have done differently.
After reading, encourage your child to summarize the story in their own words, fostering comprehension and retention.
Pose hypothetical questions to your child about the story to help them apply the themes and lessons to their own life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: King Arthur and his knights exemplify courage and bravery as they embark on noble quests and face formidable foes.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of standing up for what is right and facing challenges with determination, applicable in confronting fears or standing up against bullying.
Example Lesson: Honesty and Integrity
Explanation: The chivalric code followed by Arthur and his knights emphasizes honesty, integrity, and doing what is morally right.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of truthfulness and ethical behavior in their daily interactions and decision-making.
Example Lesson: Leadership and Responsibility
Explanation: King Arthur demonstrates leadership by unifying the knights and leading by example, showing the responsibilities that come with power.
Real-World Application: Children learn about the qualities of a good leader and the importance of taking responsibility in group settings like school projects or sports teams.
Example Lesson: Loyalty and Friendship
Explanation: The strong bonds between the knights of the Round Table highlight the themes of loyalty and friendship.
Real-World Application: This underscores the significance of being a reliable and supportive friend in building lasting relationships.
Example Lesson: Justice and Fairness
Explanation: The quest for the Holy Grail represents the pursuit of justice and the need for fairness, as portrayed by Arthur's equitable treatment of his subjects.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to practice fairness in sharing and turn-taking, and to understand the importance of justice in community interactions.