Jacks Around the World by Illustrated by Karen Dugan Mary D. Lankford - Used Book - Hardcover - 1996 - from Ghost River Books and Biblio.com

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A look at how the game of jacks is played in such countries as Israel, Singapore, and Zimbabwe. Also included are the rules for the variations of the game. Color illustrations accompany the text.

Jacks Around the World

by Mary D. Lankford, Illustrated by Karen Dugan

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Book desription: N.Y.: Morrow Junior Books, 1996, 1996 HC and DJ. Presumed First. 8 1/4 x 10 1/4. ISBN:0-688-13707-5. 40 pp. This is the story of how the game of Jacks is played all over the world. Following a trail of solid research and primary sources, the author has assembled a terrific collection of fourteen jacks- type games. Rules are clearly given so readers can master versions from countries such a s Israel, Singapore, Zimbabwe, Tibet, Trinida d, New Zealand, japan, Brazil, United States (Hawaii and Texas), South Koreas, Somalia and others. Book includes bibliography and index. Wonderfull full-page illustration for each country mentioned. W hat a fun game to teach a child! And so many interesting variations! A splendid book for young children - or for entire family. Dustjacket has very min wear to edges. Not price clipped. Front flap has been creased. New mylar protector keep it smooth. Illustrated paper on boards binding (duplicate of dj. near new cond. No former owner's name. Endpapers are green, pristine. Entire text near mint con d. A superb copy of this splendid book. Overall cond: v. good..