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King Arthur and his Knights

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders examine the myths of King Arthur. They compare/contrast versions of the story, The Sword in the Stone, write a letter, identify and analyze characters, sequence events, and write observations and answer questions in a...
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Unit 3: King Arthur and the Round Table

For Teachers 4th Standards
Over four weeks, fourth graders study King Arthur and the Round Table, retold by Alice M. Hadfield. Fifteen lessons take pupils through each chapter, complete word work, and the writing process to draft paragraphs, sentences, dialogue,...
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Tales of King Arthur

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students discover how historical events led to the stories of King Arthur and his Court. Students read stories about chivalry and the Round Table, discuss the Holy Grail's symbolism, and role-play an Arthurian character.
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The Legend of King Arthur

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore historical perspectives through literature. In this King Arthur activity, students discover the attributes of dramatic monologue as they read selected literature. Students then discuss the legend of King Arthur and...
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Knights of the Round Table adapted by Gwen Ross

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Everyone loves the tales involving King Arthur and his knights. After reading Knights of the Round Table by Gwen Gross, learners draw inferences and conclusions, analyze story elements, and discuss figurative language, including...
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Exploring Arthurian Legend

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the evolution of the King Arthur stories and analyze them as a window into the culture that preserved them. They trace the legends through their earliest versions through medieval and Victorian times and into the...
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King Arthur: Man or Legend

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students research the Legend of King Arthur. In this King Arthur lesson, students explore him as he is presented in stories, poems, and art. Students compare and contrast the real life of King Arthur versus the man in legends and...
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Arthur: The Once And Future King

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Middle and high schoolers work in groups to research tales of King Arthur, using primary sources. They present the major themes and symbols from these stories, and discuss how they still relevant in today's world. Use this instructional...
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Writing About Talking

For Students 2nd - 4th Standards
The story of King Arthur is a fascinating one, and this retold excerpt offers an excellent example of narrative word choice in a dialogue. Learners read the text and examine the way the author uses synonyms for said. They write down all...
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A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students create a presentation in which they retell the events of A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court. In this A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court lesson plan, students are introduced to Mark Twain in a PowerPoint, then...
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Out and About: King Arthur

For Teachers 6th - 11th
Students explore the legend of King Arthur. In this folklore lesson, students visit King Arthur's Great Halls, King Arthur's Labyrinth, and Glastonbury Abbey online or in person to discover details about the legendary tales.
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King Arthur's Family Tree

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Young scholars examine the genealogy of King Arthur. They create a poster of his family tree and shares with the class. They also place other key figures of the time period on the poster to put his life in perspective.
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King Arthur - How He Became King

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars discover how King Arthur became king. In this King Arthur instructional activity, students read sections of the book The Story of King Arthur and His Knights by Howard Pyle. After reading young scholars answer...
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PPT
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Why Did King Henry VIII Divorce Catherine of Aragon?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Why did King Henry divorce Catherine of Aragon, and how did he make divorce possible? Young historians will read through each informational slide to learn the story of Catherine of Aragon, King Henry, and Anne Boleyn. They will then...
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King Arthur

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students explore literary classics by reading The Legend of King Arthur. In this legendary story lesson plan, students read the story The Legend of King Arthur and identify the main characters and how they will reenact the story....
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Worksheet
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King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table by Stephen Colbourn

For Students 7th - 12th
In this study guide worksheet, students respond to 8 short answer questions designed to be used prior to reading, while reading, and after reading King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table by Stephen Colbourn.
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Heroism in English Myth

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students read the legend of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. They investigate how present-day definitions of heroism have been influenced by cultural heritage and identify philanthropy themes intrinsic in their reading.
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The Camelot Times: Writing a Newspaper

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Learners create and publish a newspaper based on Arthurian literature and history. After completing a class read of "King Arthur and His Knights of the Round Table," students work in groups to write an article based on their...
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Castle Blue Eagle

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders read the legend of King Arthur. They complete comprehension activities and research life in the Middle Ages. In groups, 6th graders complete several projects including making shields, crowns, and stained glass art designs.
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Interactive
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The Once and Future King by T.H. White

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
In this online interactive reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 15 multiple choice questions about White's The Once and Future King. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Interactive
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Idylls of the King - Essay Questions

For Students 9th - 12th
In this literature worksheet, high schoolers respond to 12 short answer and essay questions about Idylls of the King. Students may also link to an online interactive quiz on the novel at the bottom of the page.
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Interactive
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Idylls of the King Quiz

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
In this online interactive reading comprehension instructional activity, learners respond to 15 multiple choice questions about Alfred, Lord Tennyson's Idylls of the King. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Interactive
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The Once and Future King by T.H. White

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
In this literature worksheet, students respond to 10 short answer and essay questions about The Once and Future King. Students may also link to an online interactive quiz on the novel at the bottom of the page.
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Freak the Mighty - Rodman Philbrick

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students read and examine the novel Freak the Mighty by Rodman Philbrick. A variety of assignments involving this novel is offered for the students to complete with higher order thinking skills.

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