How did a man become a knight and what was it like to live in a castle in the Middle Ages? For over thirty-five years, the best-selling Read it yourself with Ladybird has helped children learn to read. All titles feature essential key words.

Title-specific words are repeated to practise throughout. Designed to be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. All titles include comprehension questions, guidance notes and book band information for schools.

This Level 4 title is ideal for children who are ready to read about subjects in some detail.