This lively collection contains ingriguing, fast-moving games of jacks from countries as varied as Zimbabwe, Israel, Singapore, and the United States. The introduction to each of the 13 countries is packed with interesting facts, while easy-to-follow rules invite readers to play Cinco Marias (Brazil), Maakgep (Thailand), and other fun-filled games.

Related: Intermediate (ages 9-14), International, Nonfiction, Picture Book

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• ISBN: 9780688137076
• Author: Lankford, Mary D.
• Illustrator: Dugan, Karen
• Published: 1996, HarperCollins
• Themes: Games
• Descriptors: Intermediate (ages 9-14), International, Nonfiction, Picture Book
• No. of pages: 40