Oakley, Ruth

Text and illustrations describe ball games throughout the world.

Gives the background and instructions for playing hopscotch, jacks, and a variety of games played with sticks, stones, and marbles.

Describes the white man's clash with the native inhabitants of America, from the first coming of explorers and colonists to recent history and current political and activist events.

Offers instructions for a selection of games that test a variety of skills and strengths.

Describes a number of games involving rope and string.