Knights in Shining Armor

By Gail Gibbons

Explore the world of medieval knights, their battles, and chivalry.

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into the thrilling world of medieval knights, where tournaments and chivalry reign. Discover legendary figures like Sir Gawain and the knights of the Round Table, and learn about the fate of dishonorable knights. With vivid illustrations, explore the intricacies of armor, castles, and the enduring legacy of knighthood, including modern-day knights. This engaging journey through history is perfect for young readers eager to uncover the secrets of these iconic warriors.

From the publisher

Learn all about medieval knights with favorite nonfiction author and illustrator Gail Gibbons – perfect for the younger set! “Children won’t want to surrender this book, so buy multiple copies,” says Booklist of this ideal picture book primer on medieval knights. The author covers tournaments, chivalry, and what happened when a bad knight was caught. Legendary knights such as Sir Gawain and the knights of the Round Table are included, as is St.George and the dragon, and Gibbons also discusses present-day knights. With all of the excitement clearly rendered in clean pen and ink and watercolor, there’s plenty of fighting, decorative clothing and heraldry, as well as clear labels pointing out the parts of a castle and the names of the armor pieces. “A shining example of the type of nonfiction that Gibbons does so well.” - School Library Journal Don’t miss these other favorite nonfiction books by Gail Gibbons: Cowboys and Cowgirls Recycle! Tell Me, Tree

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