1: At the court of King Arthur
King Arthur and the court at Camelot are celebrating Christmas.
King Arthur wishes for some kind of Christmas story or game鈥 and at that moment the Green Knight enters. He offers a challenge for one of the knights to give him a single blow with his axe, on condition that he may return the blow exactly one year and a day later.
Teacher Notes
This series can be used to increase pupils' familiarity with a broad range of texts and narratives, including myths, legends and traditional stories and to make connections between these and other stories they are familiar with.
It will also support a broad range of writing objectives.
This series is relevant for teaching English at KS2, in England and Wales and Northern Ireland, and at First and Second Level in Scotland.
2. The Green Knight's challenge. video
Gawain accepts the Green Knight's unusual challenge and must deliver the first blow.
3. At the castle of Sir Bercilak. video
After a long and dangerous journey Gawain finally arrives at a mysterious castle.
4. The exchange of gifts. video
Gawain is entertained by Lady Bercilak and accepts a green belt from her as a gift.
