Fighting a Battle

Why were medieval castles so difficult to capture? How did boys train to become knights? What were the deadliest weapons used during the Middle Ages? Find out the answers to these questions and more, plus learn about other aspects of life in the Middle Ages with this exciting series. Stunning primary source images, diagrams, and fascinating facts make this period of history easy to understand. Each book includes: Colorful artwork, tapestries, and artifacts, Large, full-color maps that describe key battles, Easy-to-read text to reinforce social studies standards, "In Their Own Words" primary source quotes, "Did You Know?" scroll boxes filled with fun facts, Colorfully illustrated diagrams that introduce new words, Glossary, sources of further information, and index.