The Errant Knight

by Ann Tompert, Doug Keith (Illustrator)

We can?t always see what twists and turns our life journeys have in store, or how following each bend in the road may really lead us to exactly where we belong. The Errant Knight is the touching story of a brave knight who sets out to serve his King. After first helping a group of distraught travelers, he is led astray from his mission again and again in order to serve those in need. Ann Tompert's heartfelt story shows that there are many ways to be faithful to one's life purpose. Doug Keith's masterful oil paintings offer delight and surprise at every turn of the page.

Genres: Picture Books

Hardcover

First published September 1, 2003

About the author

Ann Tompert is an award-winning children's book author who has written more than 20 books, including Harry's Hats, Just a Little Bit, and Little Fox Goes to the End of the World.

Reviews

[Anna · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is so cute I cried...I'm becoming so soft hearted. The illustrations are a little dated but the story is lovely. A true "be a good person" story.

[April Castle · Rating 4 out of 5]

This story about a knight that did good deeds on his way to serving the king. He struggled with his emotions and tried to set them a side and forget the people who needed help. The knight, however, could not continue his journey without helping those who needed him. In the end he was recognized for his kindeness. Good moral book to teach about being kind and helping those in need will have many moral gratifications along the way.

[Kyle Snyders · Rating 5 out of 5]

This picture book is quite simply one of my favorites. I have given it at gifts, shared it with students both in class and at church, and even read it to college students on a religious retreat. A book that deals with purpose in life, there are several religious and spiritual undertones in this masterpiece by Ann Tompert! She doesn't hit you over the head with it, rather she weaves it into the story through brilliant narrative, inspired dialogue, and heartfelt theme!

[Bayne Marrs · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kids who like fantasy and adventure will enjoy this book. A knight is assigned to travel to the kingdom to serve his king, but along the way he runs across many people who need his help. Instead of ignoring them and heading straight to the kingdom, he becomes an "errant knight" and lends a helping hand. Children are exposed to empathy, compassion, helpfulness while reading this book.
2003
Fantasy

[Kristin · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book reminds me of a lot of religious books but without the cheeszy preachiness. As a fantasy lover it is right up my alley but the message was clearly religious (to me) and I had tears in my eyes by the end of the book. I need to buy this book. I checked it out at the library.

[Andrea]

For Doug Keith's illustrations

[Kimberly · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a neat book. I have heard many stories with the same moral, just not with a Knight. I also liked the way the author wrote it.

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful in both story and pictures. Highly recommend this book. One of my favorites.

[Thranduil · Rating 5 out of 5]

incredible best meaning for children's books i've ever read must read!