Sounds Of The Past: Knights: 3 D Scenes With Sounds

Description

What's that sound? It's a knight preparing for a jousting competition in the King's court. Did you hear that? It's the sound of mighty warhorses on the battlefield. Medieval history comes to life in "Sounds of the Past: Knights." Kids will learn all about the valiant knight whose main purpose was to protect the castle. Discover the tradition of the feast after the battle, jousting, tournaments and more in this thrilling pop-up adventure. Educational, detailed text explains each scene so kids can learn along the way. A world of history awaits!

Author description

Clint Twist was educated at Cambridge University and worked as a journalist and museum consultant before becoming a full-time author. He has since written more than 90 titles for UK and US publishers in the fields of Science, Nature, and History, for readers of all ages. He has also contributed numerous articles to major reference works such as the Smithsonian-sponsored illustrated encyclopedia, "Earth" (2003), and "Children's Encarta" (2005). Nicki Palin studied Fine Art at Newcastle University, and was a runner up for the UK's prestigious Mother Goose Award for Geraldine McCaughrean's St George and the Dragon, published by OUP. For Templar she has produced "Blue Moon Mountain" and "Hidden Pictures," as well as contributing to "Mythology." Nicki lives in Cambridgeshire with her eleven huskies.