Today’s Walking Classroom podcast discusses the Knights of the Middle Ages and the various paths a boy could take to become a knight. A knight pledged his loyalty to the local lord or nobleperson, and once he proved himself in battle, or around his 21st birthday, he was “knighted” in an elaborate ceremony. Knights behaved both in and out of battle according to specific rules and customs called the Code of Chivalry.
Character Value: Loyalty
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Common Core
L–Language | SL–Speaking and Listening | RI–Reading: Informational | RL–Reading: Literature | W–Writing | RH–6-8 Literacy in History/Social Studies | RST–6-8 Literacy in Science & Technical Subjects Elementary School:RI.3.2, RI.3.3, SL.3.1, SL.3.4
RI.4.2, RI.4.3, SL.4.1, SL.4.4
RI.5.2, RI.5.3, SL.5.1, SL.5.4
Middle School:
RI.6.2, RI.6.3, SL.6.1, SL.6.4
RI.7.2, RI.7.3, SL.7.1, SL.7.4
RI.8.2, RI.8.3, SL.8.1, SL.8.4
RH.6-8.4
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Knights of the Middle Ages Google Quiz
Slide Deck:
Knights of the Middle Ages Slide Deck
Presents a spoof of medieval knights from Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
Discusses chivalry and the knight’s code of conduct.
Learn about the different ranks including knights of the Middle Ages (including knights!) in this interactive from Beacon Learning Center.
Unscramble terms relating to knights.
Make your own medieval shield (Option 2) in this teacher-created project.
Explore fun activities about what life would have been like for a knight in these printables from Salariya Book Company.
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