Get ready...as a boy growing up in a castle in the Middle Ages all you want to be is a champion to the king but can you make it as a medieval knightIt's dangerousTop Tips from experts- If you'd prefer a quiet life you can pay the king a tax called 'scutage' shield money to avoid becoming a knight.- Don't be old-fashioned Remember styles of armour change over the years.- Take part in tournaments They're good practice for battle.- Be careful if you're chosen to carry a banner in battle - it will make you an easy target for enemies.

Author Biography

Fiona Macdonald studied history at Cambridge University and at the University of East Anglia. She has taught in adult education and in schools and universities, and is the author of numerous books for children on historical topics. David Antram was born in Brighton, England, in 1958. He studied at Eastbourne College of Art and then worked in advertising for 15 years before becoming a full-time illustrator. He has since illustrated well over 100 titles, mainly for children and young adults, including around 60 in the bestselling 'You Wouldn't Want to Be' series.