Author: Arlette N. Braman
Learn to play Mexican kickball.
Practice throwing jackstones the
way kids do in Kenya. Discover how
to construct a galimoto (wire toy
from Malawi) with pipe cleaners.
With Kids Around the World Play!,
you’ll have a great time exploring
the traditions of other cultures
while you sharpen your wits with
the memory game from South Africa
called dithwai, or challenge your
racing skills in the South Korean
flower relay, or make your own cool
bilboquet, a toy from France.
Filled with games and activities
from places near and far, including
China, Japan, india, Mexico, Bolivia,
italy, and Russia, among many others,
this collection also gives you plenty
of fascinating facts about the history
and culture of each country. All
the toys and games can be made or
played with just a few simple materials
easily found around the house. So
get ready for tons of fun and excitement
while you discover just how much
you have in common with kids around
the world!
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