King Arthur's Tale: Age 6-7, Average Readers
Terry Deary'S Historical Tales Series
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What’s inside...
Explore the enchanting worlds of 'King Arthur's Tale' and 'White Wolves Non-Fiction.' 'King Arthur's Tale,' crafted by Anita Ganeri, is perfectly tailored for 6-7-year-old average readers. It takes children on a captivating journey through the legendary world of King Arthur, filled with knights, quests, and bravery, enhancing vocabulary and story comprehension. 'White Wolves Non-Fiction' encompasses a variety of topics suited for children aged six to seven, mirroring real-world texts like guidebooks and cookbooks. Both books are ideal for nurturing young minds, sparking imaginations, and inspiring future reading adventures, making learning and reading time a magical experience.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-8
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think made King Arthur a great leader?
How would you have solved the problem that King Arthur faced in the story?
What qualities do you admire in King Arthur’s friends?
If you were in the story, what role would you choose to play and why?
What lessons can we learn from King Arthur’s tale about bravery and honesty?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the story and ask how they would react in similar situations.
Discuss the morals and values presented in the book and how they can be applied in daily life.
Highlight the historical context of King Arthur and stimulate interest by comparing it with current leaders and heroes.
Use expressive reading to make characters' emotions and actions come alive, enhancing empathy and understanding from your child.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: The narrative follows the young Arthur as he steps up to pull the sword from the stone, demonstrating courage in the face of a daunting task.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to face their own fears and challenges, whether it's trying out for a sports team, standing up to a bully, or tackling a difficult subject in school.
Example Lesson: Honesty and Integrity
Explanation: Arthur’s consistent choice to be truthful and fair earns him respect and loyalty from his knights and subjects.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of being honest and maintaining integrity in their dealings with others, which can lead to trusted friendships and respectful relationships.
Example Lesson: Leadership and Responsibility
Explanation: As King, Arthur shows what it means to bear responsibility, make hard decisions, and lead a group for the greater good.
Real-World Application: Children learn about the responsibilities of being a leader and how their decisions can impact others, applicable in group projects or family responsibilities.
Example Lesson: Justice and Equality
Explanation: King Arthur is known for establishing the Round Table, where all knights sit as equals, promoting justice and equality.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to practice fairness and treat everyone equally, regardless of differences, in school or in play.