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ARTHURIAN LEGENDS
The legends associated with King Arthur and his legendary court of Camelot have delighted generations of readers. Modern concepts of chivalry and valor find their roots in these medieval tales of gallantry. By studying these legends, students can better understand the way real events can inspire legends and how a society's values can redefine the ways in which legends are told.
With this activity students design an original coat of arms. Medieval knights used their coat of arms to identify themselves beneath layers of armor. Students can use their own coat of arms to tell others about themselves.
With this assignment students design an action figure based on a character from Arthurian legend. The action figure must have three features (things that the toy can do) as well as three accessories (small items that come with the toy). Designing a vehicle and an ad for another toy are also part of the assignment.
This worksheet teaches students about the medieval tradition of heraldry (the symbolic meanings of animals, shapes, and colors used on shields). Students design a shield that tells about themselves through the use of heraldric symbols.
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