In the Castle

What do our readers think of In the Castle? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the colourful pictures, simple information and exciting world of knights, castles and banquets. The book especially appeals to children who like imaginative play and hearing the story again and again.

What does the Pageticker team say about In the Castle?

In the Castle turns a crumbling ruin into a riot of medieval excitement, with jousts, feasts and brave deeds brought vividly to life. Anna Milbourne keeps the history friendly and accessible, while the imaginative time-travelling adventure gives children plenty to pore over. A charming choice for young castle enthusiasts - preferably read before an energetic day out at one.

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What is In the Castle about?

Join a young boy on a magical journey back in time as he explores the ruins of a castle. Suddenly, he finds himself in the midst of the castle's lively past, experiencing thrilling jousts, grand banquets, and heroic deeds. This enchanting picture book brings history to life, offering young readers a glimpse into the excitement and adventure of medieval times.

About the author

Anna Milbourne is a children’s author who loves turning big ideas into fun and easy-to-understand stories. She has written many popular books for Usborne, including 'Peep Inside the Castle' and 'How Deep is the Ocean?'. Anna enjoys helping curious young readers explore the world through her imaginative and beautifully illustrated books.

Discussion ideas around In the Castle

A Magical Journey: What do you think makes the boy imagine the castle coming alive, and where would you travel if you could step into the past?

Castle Life: Which part of life in the castle would you most like to see for yourself: the jousts, the banquet or something else, and why?

Being Brave: What do you think makes someone heroic in the story, and are brave deeds always about fighting?

Then and Now: What differences can you spot between the ruined castle today and the busy castle in the past?

Imagine More: If you visited a real castle, what story might you invent about the people who once lived there?