History // Medieval Times

Knights & Armour

What knights were: trained warriors who served a lord; armour, shields, swords, and lances; the code of chivalry as rules for how knights should behave

Ages
5 to 7
Type
Concept
Builds on
1 topic
Leads to
5 topics

Quick check

Could the learner describe what a knight looked like, what they did, and at least one rule they were supposed to follow?

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Topic // Mastery

What mastery looks like

What a learner can do once this topic is secure.
  • Describe what a knight wore and carried (armour, helmet, shield, sword, lance)
  • Explain that knights trained from a young age and served a lord
  • Name one rule of the code of chivalry (be brave, be honest, protect the weak)

Topic // Map

Where this fits

What to learn first and what this topic opens up, with the reason for each link. Required links come first.
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  • HelpfulHelps, but not essential

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1 topic
  • What Is a Castle?Required

    Medieval Times // Ages 5 to 7

    Castles provide the physical context for understanding knights who lived and served in them

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Knights & Armour

Ages 5 to 7 // Concept

Leads to

5 topics
  • Medieval Pyramid of PowerRequired

    Medieval Times // Ages 7 to 9

    Must know about knights before understanding their place in the feudal system

  • Kings & QueensHelpful

    Medieval Times // Ages 5 to 7

    Knights served kings — understanding knights helps grasp royal power

  • Robin Hood & King ArthurHelpful

    Medieval Times // Ages 5 to 7

    Knight knowledge enriches understanding of King Arthur legends

  • The CrusadesHelpful

    Medieval Times // Ages 7 to 9

    Knight knowledge provides military context for the Crusades

  • Siege WarfareHelpful

    Medieval Times // Ages 7 to 9

    Knights fought in sieges — armour knowledge enriches siege understanding

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