Henry V

Shakespeare Stories #12

by Andrew Matthews, Tony Ross (Illustrator)

The stories come originally from the highly successful gift collection The Orchard Book of Shakespeare Stories. Also included are useful notes on the themes within the stories and a background to the Globe theatre. Andrew Matthews's vibrant and accessible retellings, coupled with expressive and funny illustrations by Tony Ross, provide an introduction to this important part of our cultural heritage in the most enjoyable way. Perfect for school use as the National Curriculum specifies that two Shakespeare stories are studied as part of English Literary Heritage KS3 and 4. Also optional at KS2. The notes highlighting themes in the specific stories will help to focus discussions.

Genres: Shakespeare, Classics, Fiction, Childrens, Middle Grade

64 pages, Hardcover

First published October 10, 2002

About the author

Librarian Note: There is more than one author by this name in the Goodreads database.

Andrew Matthews was born in South Glamorgan in 1948. Andrew taught English in Hampshire after which he became a full-time writer. He lives in Reading with his wife and their cats. Andrew's work has been widely translated and he has made numerous appearances at schools and libraries throughout the UK.


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Reviews

[Karen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Jacob read during nap time for CC2 wk 6. He said it was ok....krb 10/21/16

[Mafaz Ali]

My kids love reading Shakespeare story series of Andrew Matthews and Tony Ross.This book is a child's version of Henry v. This book highlights the rebellious king turning into a much loved King as he scares the French army away. This book is good as a focus for older children. For younger children in ks1 it is a good book to start looking at British history. I liked this book as it was child friendly and was presented in a friendly manner for children to understand better. I would use this book for a focus activity.

[MAK KA · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story was talk about a England new King try to friend with his people. Moreover their was a war with France so he tried to use this war to build up the relationship with his people. This story content was so good. The content is more exciting and also the characters show their sentiment clearly. This story quit stimulate, can clearly explain the situation at that time.

[Jayne · Rating 4 out of 5]

"The game's afoot . . . "

A succinct retelling of Shakespeare's Henry V, also useful as historical fiction depicting the battle of Agincourt.
It is possibly a little too brief; I feel it could have done with more fleshing out of the characters. But it gets the main story points across in an easy to read fashion.

[Marie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I want to read more Shakespeare's but didn't know where to start so I bought the kids versions of his works. They are easy to understand and have some nice illustrations to look at, plus the covers are in my opinion so cute. Henry V wasn't bad but the story was a bit boring to me.

[Fiona · Rating 3 out of 5]

Although this is meant for a younger reader, it was an enjoyable and quick version of one of Shakespeare’s tales. The opening format, explaining the characters is excellent. Looking forward to reading the others.

[Shannon Smith · Rating 3 out of 5]

I loved the illustrations through the book as I expected to from Tony Ross.

The book did feel watered down for children although I can't say so confidently as I've never read Henry V before this. The book is still good and I'm sure it's a brilliant read and introduction into shakespeare for children.

[Anna Maria · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good read for kids, lots of history in this regarding Shakespeare & content of how the story is set back in the day when England's new king tries to make friends with his people. They go to war with the French which end up making peace when the king marries a Catherine the French princess.

[Leanne · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was pretty much a history lesson but I did enjoy it.

[Isobel · Rating 4 out of 5]

A short story of Shakespeare. This book is written in simple language to introduce children to his tale on the Henry V.

[Megan B. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Overall, a simple and fun way to introduce kids to Shakespeare.

[Emma · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good way to get the idea of story but too short

[Liselotte · Rating 2 out of 5]

Honestly just boring🤷‍♀️

[Jill · Rating 4 out of 5]

Shakespeare’s Henry V shortened to a mid-reader chapter book. My children love these books—except Richard III. My youngest despises that tale.

[MiR · Rating 3 out of 5]

"او ستاره ی انگلستان هست.شمشیرش خوشبختی آفرید و با آن شمشیر بهترین باغ دنیا را به دست آورد" گروه پیش خوانان.
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هنری پنجم ، واقعا شاه محبوب من شد.
و خب جوون بودنش بیشترین دلیل من برای محبوبیتش هست:)

[Grace Wright · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple and short read of Shakespeare.

[Lottie · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5

[Shatterlings · Rating 4 out of 5]

A cute little retelling of Henry V

[Carmel · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really liked it because...
- Easy to digest
- Simple language
- Quick retelling

If you want to learn about Henry V as fast as possible, this is it! Plus, it is beautifully illustrated by Tony Ross!

[Adriana Royston · Rating 3 out of 5]

For me this was just a short book to get a book read but now I know a bit more about Henry and his life

[Jayde · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is a child's version of Henry v. This book highlights the rebellious king turning into a much loved King as he scares the French army away. This book is good as a focus for older children. For younger children in ks1 it is a good book to start looking at British history. I liked this book as it was child friendly and was presented in a friendly manner for children to understand better. I would use this book for a focus activity.

[Shaza_saeed · Rating 2 out of 5]

تجربة قراءة كتاب بالانجليزي
هناك بعض الكلمات التي لم اعرفها ولكن لم يؤثر على فهمي للقصة

[Gsc · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was recommended this series by a friend for my son. He chose Henry V and loved it. Insisted I read it. May now go and read the full length version!

[Philippa Brunt · Rating 2 out of 5]

Very clearly and simply written. Year Three upwards for content and language choice.

[Bec · Rating 4 out of 5]

Shakespeare done simply :)

[Fay · Rating 5 out of 5]

A classic story made into and easy to read childrens tale.

[Jodie Boast · Rating 2 out of 5]

Hmm. Not the best Shakespeare play but a classic tragedy.

[Sara · Rating 3 out of 5]

برای اینکه کتابی رو به بچه ای بدم حتمن باید خودم بخونمش، به نظرم برای سنی که من میخواستم (۱۵سال) زیادی ساده کرده بود؛ برای رنج سنی ۷-۱۲ سال خوبه.
و نکته مهمش اینه که اصلن نمایشنامه ای نیست نوشتارش.

[Michael Giannattasio · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was good!

[Geoff · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read with my youngest daughter.