The definitive children's guide to one of Scotland's best-known castles, set on the banks of Loch Ness in the Scottish Highlands. Readers will: -- Uncover the castle's long history: from its humble origins as a Pictish wooden hill fort in 500 AD to becoming a mighty stone fortress by the 1300s -- Learn why the castle was an important target in the Scottish Wars of Independence -- See a battle in action and understand the tactics involved in attacking and defending Urquhart Castle -- Discover how trebuchets, like the modern-day replica at the castle, work -- Learn about fearsome raiders the Lords of the Isles and the roles that William Wallace, Robert the Bruce and Sir Andrew Moray played in Urquhart's history -- Discover why Loch Ness is special (it's not just because it might be home to the famous Loch Ness Monster!) -- Search and find, colour in, join the dots, solve mazes and more with fun activities throughout the book! Mixing brilliant facts and enjoyable activities, Urquhart Castle for Kids is the ultimate family guide to one of Scotland's most famous castles.
