The Jump Rope Book

"Gr 3-8....A fresh look at what has been considered a childhood recreation and a book that deserves a place in any sports collection...turns traditional childhood jump-rope games into a vigorous sport.

His comprehensive guide provides all the moves necessary to become physically fit and perhaps even a jump-rope competitor...includes background behind jumping rope, equipment necessary, warm-up exercises, and progressively more difficult skills and routines.

Black-ink line drawings show jumpers of all ages and backgrounds as they indicate foot patterns and arm moves....Physical fitness attributes as well as competitive organizations are also listed...rhythm rhymes are included."--SLJ. 96 pages, 90 b/w illus., 5 3/8 x 8 1/4.