Games from Long Ago

by Bobbie Kalman

Book Overview

Many unusual as well as familiar games from the 19th century are gathered together in Games from Long Ago. An important tool in teaching children how to behave in society, games were often educational and played a role in teaching morality such as the board game Errand Boy which taught the value of hard work. Games featured include: - parlor games, word games, guessing games, and classroom games - games of skill such as ring-taw, shuttlecock, and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0865055211
• ISBN13: 9780865055216
• Release Date: March 1995
• Publisher: Crabtree Classics
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.1" x 10.5"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6

Customer Reviews

Make some family values history with your children!

Children and adults will be tremendously entertained by Bobbie Kalman's book which is destined to become a treasured possession in your household. Some of the games require nothing but imagination, like "Pinch, No Smiling," Charades, I Have a Basket and Taboo. Families might especially enjoy the Work Party games, which make shared chores more fun. I wish I could give this book TEN stars! I absolutely love it, and you will, too. Buy extra copies for gift-giving! Let's spread the joy around.