Hopscotch, Hangman, Hot Potato, & Ha Ha Ha: A Rulebook of Children's Games

by Jack Maguire

PLAYING RULES FOR MORE THAN 250 GAMES AND SPORTS FOR CHILDREN OF EVERY AGE, INCLUDING INDOOR, OUTDOOR, PARTY, TRAVEL, WATER, MEMORY, AND CARD GAMES

Games galore! From Capture the Flag to Stickball and Volleyball, from Jacks and Old Maid to Word Lightning, here are easy-to-use instructions, recommendations, and scoring for more than 250 popular games and sports for children. Presented in quick-access format, this unique guide is ideal for parents, teachers, adult referees, grandparents, babysitters, and camp counselors. Featuring:

* Games to play on grass, on pavement, on steps and stoops, inside houses for rainy days and parties, and while traveling

* Step-by-step instructions and rules for each game, complete with clear diagrams and line drawings

* Games for children of all ages and playing abilities

* Multiple lists that make it easy for you to find the perfect game for a specific situation (by number of players, etc.)

* The origins of games through interesting anecdotes

* Tips on choosing sides, determining who goes first, selecting who is "It," and more

HAVE FUN!

Genres: Nonfiction, Childrens, Parenting

320 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1990

Reviews

[PottWab Regional Library]

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[Cara]

A must for camp counselors, den leaders and anyone in "youth development."

[Kelly (Maybedog)]

There are so many games in here--I have only heard of a fraction of them. The instructions are clear and appear to be complete. Excellent book for kids or for campfires or parties.