Good masters! Sweet ladies!

Schlitz, L. A. (2007).   Good masters, sweet ladies  Boston, MA:  Candlewick Press. Good masters!Sweet ladies! by Laura Amy Schlitz is a historical fiction read that takes place during the Medieval time period. This book provides stories of 12 children living in a village. Readers will explore the daily lives of children that are both less fortunate and well off. The stories will reveal to readers the struggles, mischief, and success that each child went through. This book also provides information and background on different jobs, popular sports, and social norms during this time period. Good Masters! Sweet Ladies! is a Newberry award winning historical fiction book about the Middle ages. Laura Schlitz uniquely combines real facts about the Medieval days. This is the perfect read for anyone ages 10 and up and will surely get readers interested in learning more about this time period. Robert Byrd’s illustrations brings this book to life making readers feel like they are living in the village! After reading this book, readers will have empathy and a better understanding of what it was like being a child during the middle ages! Book Trailer https://youtu.be/FTo9jKNvtUs Fun Medieval Activities http://www.educationworld.com/a_lesson/lesson156.shtml http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/lesson-plan/medieval-times Great Book to introduce Drama! http://www.childdrama.com/lessons.html Books about the Medieval Days