A profile of medieval knighthood describes the skills, armor, and weapons utilized by knights and includes brief retellings of stories about such famous knights as Sir Lancelot and Saint George.
Knights in Shining Armor ANNOTATION In the characteristic tradition that has made her "the master of nonfiction for children, " Gibbons describes the skills needed to become a knight and provides detailed illustrations of the armor and weaponry used in battles against fierce enemies and fiery dragons. Full color.
FROM THE CRITICS Children's Literature - Dr. Judy Rowen Text and full-color illustrations present the details of a knight's life during the Middle Ages. A young boy destined for knighthood begins at age 7 as a page, progresses to the level of squire, and eventually is dubbed a knight. The weapons, armor and other trappings of knighthood are explained-kids will learn the original meanings of terms such as "gauntlet" or "battle-axe." Famous legends with knights and dragons are reviewed. A great nonfiction book for children already enthralled with tales of great knights.
Children's Literature - Beverly Kobrin Introduce children to the fighting men of medieval Europe with Gail Gibbons' colorful Knights in Shining Armor. Author/artist Gibbons explains how young boys progressed from pages to knights and describes their protective gear, weaponry and legendary feats. A few words about King Arthur, five of his famous cohorts, and a trio of dragon slayers concludes her straightforward presentation.
School Library Journal K-Gr 3-A look at knighthood presented in a captivating yet understandable form for young readers. Gibbons explains the era, feudal system, castle configuration, weapons, armor, chivalry, tournaments, as well as the process for becoming a knight. The text flows smoothly and naturally for such a grand scope, making this an ideal overview for beginning researchers. Blocked, concise narratives and appropriate labeling are incorporated unobtrusively into the large, horizontal, often double-page watercolor-and-pen illustrations, allowing for group sharing. Pictorial appendixes featuring King Arthur and his knights and dragon legends invite more extensive research. A shining example of the type of nonfiction that Gibbons does so well.-Claudia Cooper, Ft. Stockton Independent School District, TX
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