Cedric the Forester facts for kids

Cedric the Forester is an exciting adventure story written for young people. It was created by an author named Bernard Marshall. This book was recognized as a Newbery Medal Honor Book in 1922, which is a special award for great children's books.

The Story of Cedric the Forester

The story is told by a boy named Dickon Mountjoy. He is a Norman boy who lives in a big castle in England. This all happens a long, long time ago, in the 13th century.

Dickon's best friend is Cedric. Cedric lives in a small cottage deep in the forest. He is incredibly skilled with a bow and arrow. He can shoot with amazing accuracy!

Dickon and Cedric grow up together. They share many thrilling adventures as they explore the world around them. Their friendship is strong, and they always look out for each other.

Towards the end of their adventures, Dickon and Cedric play an important part. They help to convince King John of England to sign a very important document. This document was called the Magna Carta. The Magna Carta was a famous agreement that helped set rules for the king's power. It was a big step towards fairness and justice in England.

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  Cedric the Forester First Edition book cover