Lively retelling of the Robin Hood tale with rich, old-world illustrations. When Robin shoots the peacock arrow of Richard the Lionheart to win an archery tournament, the Sheriff's men go after him. Robin escapes to Sherwood Forest to fight the Sheriff, and steal from the rich to give to the poor. A great read aloud. (Chapter book, illustrations)

Robin Hood (Read & Listen)
Neil Philip, Nick Harris

Classic Robin Hood story, annotated with fascinating illustrations and historical background – royal forests, life of an outlaw, outdoor feasts, archery and sword fighting, plus an audio CD. (Illustrated chapter book, audio CD)

Exciting novel of Robin Hood, an apprentice forester, but forced to flee, becoming a "green young outlaw," living in the depths of the forest with his band of loyal friends, high-spirited Marian, Much, Little John, Will Scarlet, Friar Tuck. A good long book, full of local color and life in the Middle Ages. Good for older kids. (Chapter book)

1290, Manor of Stonebridge, shire of Lincoln. Teenage Catherine (Little Bird or Birdy) has no interest in becoming a docile, accomplished "lady." She hates needlework, wonders why girls can't go on crusades, wear breeches, or be horse trainers, and refuses to marry the detestable suitors chosen by her father. Birdy's sharp eye and outspoken observations vividly bring to life medieval England. (Chapter book)