Stephen Biesty's Cross-Sections Castle (Stephen Biesty Cross Sections)

History comes alive in this incredible children's illustrated book about castles.Slicing through different areas of a medieval fortress extraordinary views reveal the people busy inside preparing for battle as an enemy army approaches. Packed with facts you'll find out what it takes to build a massive 14th-century castle dress a knight in armor or prepare a feast fit for a king or queen. From the drawbridge to the dungeon Cross-Sections Castle swarms with the people who keep the castle going--the workers craftsmen and servants. And as you pore over every page look out for the villainous spy. Is he in the well... the keep... the moat? No? Keep looking he's there somewhere!Back in print after 20 years you can now cheer on jousters be entertained by a troubadour and witness the gory details of a traitor's demise. This unique illustrated book for kids is not just the story of a castle; it brings medieval history to life.

Age Range: 9 - 12 years

Grade Level: 4 - 7

Lexile Measure: IG980L

Series: Stephen Biesty Cross Sections

Hardcover: 32 pages

Publisher: DK Children; Revised Anniversary edition (May 14 2019)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1465484701

ISBN-13: 978-1465484703

Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 0.4 x 12.1 inches

Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds