The reading level is accessible to students in grades 3 and above. However, even younger students or poor readers can learn a great deal by simply clicking the hot spots in the pictures. Who Was Crazy for Castles . In this activity, students learn about King Ludwig II of Bavaria, a shy and possibly insane king who was fascinated by castles. Almost any reader can use the site, which includes a number of different activities and provides options for students with a range of abilities.
Students enter the castle walls through the drawbridge and see an aerial view of the entire castle.
Then they click a room to learn a little more about it. Each section includes an icon that leads to additional information. Many also provide an icon leading to an extension activity. This site is fun to look at, easy to navigate, and full of valuable information. Journey Through the Middle Ages with James, the Jingling Jester .