Castle Resources

CASTLES
In our Reading program, we explore the genre of fairy tales through the theme "Once Upon a Time." Part of our study involves children creating castles with their families.

TIPS FOR CASTLE BUILDINGWhen building your castle, authenticity counts. You will want to do some research, and model your castle after a real castle or one found in a fairy tale. Think small, too. The base upon which your castle is built should not exceed 12"x16".

To help you get started, view some of the wondrous castles created by former students and their families.
2002 castles
2003 castles
2004 castles
2006 castles
2007 castles
2008 castles
2009 castles
2010 castles

Next you will want to learn some vocabulary for parts of a castle.
Click here for a list.

Below you will find a number of resources
to assist you in exploring the world of castles.

CASTLE RESOURCES
Castles.NL Many European castle photos listed by country. Parent previewing recommended. Build Model Castles You will find a free download for Blarney Castle here. Others can be purchased. This site is also parent recommended. Castles for Kids Excellent resource for learning about castles Kids's Castle Kids' Castle is a fictional, but historically accurate castle based on Nottingham Castle as it was in about 1480 - a must see!! Snayftwickby Castle Another outstanding site!! Interactive tour of castle, you're able to type captions and print out pictures Ghosts in the Castle! from National Geographic Enter your name and that of your castle for a great and fun look at a castle and its inhabitants - nothing scary here! Journey Through the Middle Ages with the James the Jingling Jester Castles on the Web: Castle Kids Castles on the Web Affiliated with the above site More of a parent resource, but some great sites for children, too, especially e-cards and photos Surfing the Net with Kids: Castles Some of the same resources, with a few others
COAT OF ARMS FUN
Coat of Arms Store Have some fun looking for your family's Coat of Arms. You may want to print it to add to your castle. You can also design your own here. The Victoria and Albert Museum Design your own Coat of Arms and print it.
MORE CASTLE FUN
How to Make a Cardboard Box Castle from enchantedlearning.com Build a Medieval Castle This is too large for our dimensions, but could be adapted. Castle Sites Some of the above links, plus several others. Grimm Brothers Interactive story telling at National Geographic - You choose the elements and have a story told to you (Note: If you get a 404 error return to opening page and click on bypass introduction)

The book Rumpelstiltskin is a literary piece
that is part of this study.

We greatly enjoy this wonderful story,
and have participated in Internet projects involving it.
Check them out below!

We loved Rumpelstiltskin from A-Z!
See our Rumpelstiltskin CyberDictionary.

Learn about the elements of a fairy tale at
The Fairy Tale Project.

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