String Games

by Richard Darsie

Everyone loves Cat's Cradle, but there are many other string games that are fun to play, by yourself or with friends. These games come from different places and cultures from around the world - as you learn how to make the looping patterns, you will also find out some of the ethnic stories and tribal origins behind them. With so many great String Games, you will always have some something fun to - Start with very simple games, and them teach them to your friends, e.g. Jacob's Ladder - Graduate to games that are a little more complicated, e.g. Hina's Skipping Rope. - Several of the games require two people to complete them, so invite a friend over and double the fun - Other creations are three-dimensional and a few are so cool you can perform truly mystifying tricks with them. * Developing dexterity skills with String Games builds confidence, inspires imagination and initiates you into a long and proud tradition. * In full colour throughout with over 200 colour photographs and step-by-step drawings.

Genres: Childrens, Nonfiction

96 pages, Library Binding

First published April 1, 2003

Reviews

[Corinne · Rating 4 out of 5]

I never knew that string games where of ancient origin and for many cultures held secret, mythical, or spiritual power. This book offers many, many different designs from easy to medium. Some require two people. Great color photos illustrating step-by-step instructions.

[Nativida · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great photos to guide you in string games. Learned that there was common practice of string figures with tribal people...once associated with religion and mythology, and even magic and fortune-telling.

[Fred Mindlin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Helpful book, clear instructions and illustrations