The Errant Knight
The Vision
“But something deep inside would not allow the knight to give up, and as always, he pushed onward.”
This story illustrates that true heroism isn't about grand, initial quests, but about consistent, compassionate choices made daily. It teaches children that inner resolve is the most important strength they possess.
Therapeutic Guide
Core Utility: Helps children understand the difference between stated goals and lived values, emphasizing perseverance over initial promises.
Conversation Starters:
- The knight kept saying he wasn't an 'errant knight.' What does that mean, and what did he end up doing instead?
- What was the most important thing the knight gave away, and why did he keep his golden spurs until the very end?
- If you had to help someone right now, what small thing could you give or do, even if it wasn't what you planned?
About the Creators
About the Author
Ann Tompert wrote The Errant Knight as a tribute to her father, a selfless, hard-working man whose personal dreams were often postponed as he raised his three daughters alone. The award-winning author of more than thirty children's books, Ann says, 'Mechanical instruments interfere with the flow from my brain to the page. I usually write in bed. I pull the shades and create my own private world.'
Visual Style
Mood: Rustic, Weathered, Luminous
Reviews & Awards
From Our Verified Readers
- “The writing is so beautifully done, it is absolutely deserving of a read-aloud!”
- “it is a beautiful book - both in story and illustration - I read this copy yearly to my 2/3rd grade faith formation class”
- “A beautiful and touching book that promotes human dignity and honor, valuable lessons for children and old people, too!”
- “This book is a beautiful story about a knight who unwittingly serves his king through charitable serving of the poor, defenseless, and needy.”
- “The Errant Knight story and illustrations are beautiful and moving.”
- “As the story closed the knight thought he had failed his duty to his King, but he soon found that in choosing to follow his heart he had served his King best.”
- “This book provides several openings for discussion: conflicting duties... what service is... introduction to allegory... adventure and duty”
The Vision
“But something deep inside would not allow the knight to give up, and as always, he pushed onward.”
This story illustrates that true heroism isn't about grand, initial quests, but about consistent, compassionate choices made daily. It teaches children that inner resolve is the most important strength they possess.
Therapeutic Guide
Core Utility: Helps children understand the difference between stated goals and lived values, emphasizing perseverance over initial promises.
Conversation Starters:
- The knight kept saying he wasn't an 'errant knight.' What does that mean, and what did he end up doing instead?
- What was the most important thing the knight gave away, and why did he keep his golden spurs until the very end?
- If you had to help someone right now, what small thing could you give or do, even if it wasn't what you planned?
About the Creators
About the Author
Ann Tompert wrote The Errant Knight as a tribute to her father, a selfless, hard-working man whose personal dreams were often postponed as he raised his three daughters alone. The award-winning author of more than thirty children's books, Ann says, 'Mechanical instruments interfere with the flow from my brain to the page. I usually write in bed. I pull the shades and create my own private world.'
Visual Style
Mood: Rustic, Weathered, Luminous
Reviews & Awards
From Our Verified Readers
- “The writing is so beautifully done, it is absolutely deserving of a read-aloud!”
- “it is a beautiful book - both in story and illustration - I read this copy yearly to my 2/3rd grade faith formation class”
- “A beautiful and touching book that promotes human dignity and honor, valuable lessons for children and old people, too!”
- “This book is a beautiful story about a knight who unwittingly serves his king through charitable serving of the poor, defenseless, and needy.”
- “The Errant Knight story and illustrations are beautiful and moving.”
- “As the story closed the knight thought he had failed his duty to his King, but he soon found that in choosing to follow his heart he had served his King best.”
- “This book provides several openings for discussion: conflicting duties... what service is... introduction to allegory... adventure and duty”