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Description
The king is holding a tournament. The pages must help the knights gather their supplies. Find out which knight shoots the farthest.
Quick Summary
Kids who are fascinated by knights and medieval adventures will find a lot to enjoy in this quick, 654-word story. The plot puts the reader in the role of a page helping the king's knights get ready for a tournament, measuring out helmets, shields, and even the distance of each knight's arrow shot. The measurement lessons are woven right into the action, so children practice comparing lengths and using simple tools without feeling like they're doing a math worksheet. The competition to see who shoots farthest adds a light-hearted race element, and the knights' armor and the bustling castle setting keep the pages turning. Because it's an AR 2.8 with half a point, it's perfect for newly independent readers who want a story that feels like a game rather than a textbook. If your child liked the playful problem-solving in "The Magic School Bus" episodes, they'll likely gravitate toward this lively tournament adventure.