The World’s Greatest Backyard Games is the definitive book on the top yard games from six of the world’s seven continents. The book is a must-have for backyard warriors, lawn enthusiasts, and anyone interested in a spark of inspiration for a summer of competitive fun among friends. This encyclopedia of yard games leads readers through the ins and outs of the world’s 28 greatest lawn games ranging from classics such as Spain’s Caliche and Native American’s Cherokee marbles to newcomers such as the U.S.’s Spikeball and Ethiopia’s Korbo. The highly illustrated book features photos for each game as well as official rules, a detailed list of what’s needed to play, and diagrams of the playing fields. Readers will not only learn how to play these incredibly diverse games but will also learn of their rich histories dating back thousands of years and oftentimes hilarious backstories.

Presents a variety of games meant to be played outside--in such settings as yards, fields, playgrounds, and beaches--giving suitable ages, number of players, and space requirements for each game.

"There's nothing to do!", "I'm Bored!". Ever hear that from your children? If so, here's the antidote. This book provides guidelines for a variety of games and activities that range from the ancient to the ultramodern. Including rules from everything from One Old Cat to Ultimate Frisbee, this book will keep boredom at bay -- even during the seemingly endless days of summer! Got children with time on their hands and nothing to do? This book -- along with a few props available in almost any garage -- will solve the problem. Happy, Active Children Are No Accident!

450 indoor and outdoor games for pre-school to middle-school-age kids arranged by age group.

A guide to more than seventy classic and contemporary playground games provides instructions for such favorites as kick the can, freeze tag, and sardines, in a volume that also includes tips for adults on how to encourage and facilitate outdoor play.

Experience the sport of soccer like never before! More Than Goalswill take you inside each level of competition and development of the most successful U.S. men's soccer player ever. Coaches, teammates, and opponents recognize that Reyna's value on the field and to a squad extends far beyond the goal-scoring situations he creates. More Than Goals captures the consummate leader and captain's passion and knowledge for the game. You'll gain both an appreciation of what it takes to excel in the sport and insights on how to play it. Author Claudio Reyna has been a champion performer from youth club through professional levels. The following are among his accomplishments: -Two-time state champion and two-time Parade magazine High School Player of the Year at St. Benedict's Prep (New Jersey) -Three-time national champion and All-American, two-time Player of the Year, and College Player of the Century at the University of Virginia -Three-time World Cup competitor and World Cup all-star team selection in 2002 -Captain of teams in top professional leagues in Germany, Scotland, and England Reyna is currently with Manchester City of the English Premier League and is also the U.S. national team captain.

Replace screen time with fresh air fun. “Here’s a book that will bring the ‘great’ back into the great outdoors.” —Michael Morpurgo, author of War Horse Following the success of Nature’s Playground, Go Wild!, and Make it Wild!, in their latest book, Run Wild!, Jo Schofield and Fiona Danks focus on inspiring children of all ages. “[Run Wild!] introduces a cornucopia of ideas for outdoor activities, along with mesmerizing color photos of children and teens creatively enjoying themselves in fields, woods, and backyards, and at rivers and beaches. The text and safety tips are aimed at parents and counselors organizing activities in the wild, but the high-quality color photos will draw a younger audience as well . . . From skimming stones to making leaf masks to whittling walking sticks to following treasure trails, here’s an enticing array of ideas for outdoor fun and wilderness discovery.” —Booklist