Medieval Tales

by Lorna MacDonald Czarnota

Just who was Robin Hood? What did William Tell do that was so special? Why is Joan of Arc so famous? Author Lorna Czarnota presents medieval tales that answer these questions and many more in a highly entertaining format. Czarnota offers solid historical background for each story so that young readers have a framework to enhance the significance of each story. As they explore these action packed stories, young readers will be able to imagine themselves pulling Excalibur from the lake, untying the Gordian Knot, or fighting with Roland and the Frankish army. These adventurous stories will teach readers the importance of courage, resourcefulness and respect. 'Each chapter includes a "tips" section, a history of the story, and a pronunciation guide. The final section describes the role of the storyteller in medieval times and includes a chapter on how to look and sound like one. The author tells readers how to tailor the story to the audience … [T]his a helpful guide. There is a good glossary of medieval terms and comprehensive source notes." -School Library Journal

Genres: History

96 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2000

About the author

I live the artist's life. I tell stories. I write. I love history.

I play harp and fiddle. I garden whenever I can and I love to walk to clear my mind for creativity.

My studio is purple with large windows. My cat Dot sleeps on my desk. The other two cats, Her Highness Dasha and Her Majesty Kashka, come visit sometimes, as does my husband. Yes, I am a hermit when deadlines loom.

I specialize in storytelling with at-risk youth, abused women, and communities following disaster.

Teaching and sharing is a very important part of my work.

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Reviews

[Lorna Czarnota]

I am the author of this book and use it in my work with school children.

[Colin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stories designed for kids to read aloud, based on medieval stories (some fanciful, like Robin Hood, others historical, like Saladin and Eleanor of Aquitaine, and some stories from more ancient times that were told in medieval times, like Alexander the Great). We used this to accompany our medieval history homeschool curriculum. The readings were a little bit above the reading level of my kids (7 & 9), but were very good.

[Northern · Rating 5 out of 5]

Apparently, you need a real, professional storyteller to write a book like this. And since kids can use their own imaginations to add to the stories, this book has a unique aspect that makes the child reader a real participant in the stories. Well-written.

[Theresa · Rating 2 out of 5]

Medieval Tales
Czarnota, Lorna MacDonald *
3
a collection of stories about chivalry honor and religion

[R. G. Nairam]

Exhibit A on young me being absolutely desperate for as much Robin Hood as possible. It would be interesting to hunt this one down again because I have no clear memory of it.