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The Wizard and the Future King (Paperback)

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Once there was a boy named Arthur who had a wizard for a teacher. Arthur wanted to be a knight like his brother. Arthur tried to learn how to be kind and humble and clever… but sometimes he forgot. He did not know he would ride to war when enemies invaded his country. He did not know he would one day pull a sacred sword from a stone. He did not know one day he would be king. This is the story of the first part of Arthur’s life. Did you know some Arthurian legends have roots in historical events? Did you know some legends of King Arthur are over 1,000 years old and the story is still being embellished today? Join your young reader on a beautiful retelling of the boy who would one day become a legendary king of Britain and dive deeper with historical tie-ins and educational text along the way.
Our Leveled Readers feature a helpful dual rating system: Reading Levels:
  • A) Read With Me: Simple text for child, deeper text for educators
  • B) I Love Reading: Stories to be enjoyed with independence
Theme Levels:
  • 1) Simple, gentle, fascinating stories
  • 2) Engaging story with mild story violence and/or conflict themes
  • 3) High interest story with dynamic language and moderate violence and/or conflict themes
This title is an A3
This title pairs well with Anglo-Saxons Unboxed!
Description

A King Arthur Story for Kids

Before Arthur became a legendary king, he was just a boy with a wizard for a teacher and a heart full of dreams. The Wizard and the Future King tells the story of young Arthur as he grows, learns, and begins the journey that will lead him to greatness.

Arthur wanted to be a knight like his brother. He tried to be kind, humble, and clever… but sometimes he forgot. He didn’t know he would one day ride to war, pull a sacred sword from a stone, or become one of the most famous kings in history.

This beautiful retelling of the first part of Arthur’s life intertwines an engaging fictional narrative with real historical facts, sources, and traditions from the rich tapestry of Arthurian legend. Young readers will meet Merlin, Morgana, and Uther Pendragon as Arthur comes of age, faces challenges, and steps into his destiny.


Why Choose The Wizard and the Future King?

Perfect for readers who love both story and history, this book introduces children to the world of Arthurian legend in an accessible, thoughtful way. With gorgeous illustrations and educational tie-ins about the origins of the King Arthur stories, students will not only enjoy the narrative but also learn about the historical events and places behind the legend.


Product Details

  • Paperback

  • 72 pages

  • Lexile® Measure: 560L (approx. third grade reading level)

  • Recommended for ages 8–11

  • Includes original illustrations of characters and historic sites


Bring the legend of Arthur and Merlin to life for your young readers with this King Arthur story for kids for a perfect blend of history, myth, and imagination. Order your copy today and let the journey begin!

Weight .31 lbs
Dimensions 6 × 9 × .5 in
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Discover the Fascinating World of Jomon Japan

Take a journey back to ancient Japan and explore the world of the Jomon people, one of the earliest cultures in human history. This engaging, easy-to-read book is perfect for young readers ages 5-9, homeschoolers, and educators eager to explore early Japanese life.

The Jomon were Stone Age hunter-gatherers who braved the seas in search of dolphins, whales, and sharks. In this book, children will learn incredible facts about their adventurous lifestyle, including how they created some of the first clay pots in the world and domesticated dogs.

With vibrant storytelling and accessible language, this book brings history to life. Whether read independently or shared aloud, it offers a window into one of Japan’s indigenous cultures.

What Kids Will Discover in Jomon Japan:

  • How the Jomon people hunted and gathered food to survive
  • Their craftsmanship in creating beautiful swirled pottery, some over 10,000 years old
  • Their connection with animals, including the first dogs to live alongside humans
  • How they braved the ocean to hunt large sea animals

Designed with young readers in mind, the book is perfect for classrooms, homeschooling families, and independent reading time. Educators and parents will appreciate the book’s clear structure, engaging visuals, and the blend of storytelling with historical facts. Young readers will enjoy hunting for each detail in the full-spread village scene.

Why Choose This Book?

  • Ideal for children ages 5-9 interested in ancient history and world cultures
  • A wonderful resource for homeschoolers, educators, and parents
  • Makes learning about history fun, accessible, and engaging

Step into Jomon Japan and uncover the incredible story of a people who shaped early Japanese history.

Lexile: 570L 

Grade Level: 2nd Grade

Ideal For: Kids, parents, homeschoolers, and educators interested in ancient history and early Japanese cultures.

Our Leveled Readers feature a helpful dual rating system:

Reading Levels:

  • A) Read With Me: Simple text for child, deeper text for educators
  • B) I Love Reading: Stories to be enjoyed with independence

Theme Levels:

  • 1) Simple, gentle, fascinating stories
  • 2) Engaging story with mild story violence and/or conflict themes
  • 3) High interest story with dynamic language and moderate violence and/or conflict themes

This story is a B1.

eBook available on Amazon

Weight .24 lbs
Dimensions 6 × 9 × .5 in
Age Range

Youth

Time Period

Ancient History

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