Bring history to life with some hands-on fun. These are my top picks for hands-on learning for Medieval Times. The products range from puzzles, to games, to crafts, to building sets and more.
1. LEGO Knights Kingdom: Citadel of Orlan
Use the catapults to lay siege to the castle! Raise and lower the gate, rescue the king from the secret dungeon, and help good triumph over evil! (ages 7 and up)
2. Knights Treasure Chest
Explore the life a knight, learn the ancient codes of conduct, and what life was like inside a medieval castle. Inside this Treasure Chest Kit, you'll find a fully illustrated book, everything to build a siege catapult, a royal proclamation to color, a signet ring, and more.3. Buried Treasure Digs - Castle Dig
Discover the science of archaeology by carefully chipping into these blocks of sand to discover realistic replicas of artifacts from Medieval times. Articfacts include an armorial seal, a coin, a heraldic pendant, and an arrowhead. Afterwards, wet the Mystery Matrix Sand and create sand sculptures with the molding tray provided. Includes Archaeologist's Guide book with instructions, facts and activities.4. Franklin & The Green Knight Adventures
Join Franklin in three different games on one adventure-filled game board: The Green Knight Adventure, Find the Cherry Blossoms, and Who's Lost in the Woods. The games emphasize trust and friendship while improving memory skills. (for ages 3 and up)5. Knight and Castle Playset
Knight and Castle Playset by Keenway includes six knights, battering ram, tent, two horses, dragon, and cannon with five cannon balls. Ages 3 and over.6. Medieval Costumes Paper Dolls
"Two dolls are accompanied by 16 accurately rendered costumes worn between a.d. 1200–1350 among them tunics, chain-mail armor, and fur-trimmed capes for men, as well as gowns, embroidered tunics and soft under robes for women." From Dover Publications.7. Carcassonne Game
"The southern French city of Carcassonne is famous for its unique Roman and Medieval fortifications. The players develop the area around Carcassonne and deploy their followers on the roads, in the cities, in the cloisters, and in the fields." From Rio Grande Games. (for ages 10 and up)8. LEGO Knights Kingdom: The Grand Tournament
Two knights charge at each other in the Tournament Arena. You decide who will win the challenge. (for ages 7 and up)9. LEGO Knights Kingdom: Border Ambush
This LEGO set includes a rickety vine bridge and an evil knight waiting to ambush Sir Santis.