Presents different kinds of games--including ball games, running games, board games, and party games--and how they are played around the world.

Explores familiar aspects of life and what they are like in different places around the world. Uses examples from a variety of cultures. Describes how climate and resources can make a difference to how people live

Explains games from around the world, some of which are played everywhere, others only in certain cultures, or at certain times during the year.

Games from Europe, North America, Central and South America, Asia, Africa and the Pacific.

Let the games begin--from ancient ones to original ones created especially for Games Funstation. For the price of one game, kids get the fixings for dozens, including a deck of playing cards, dice and dominoes. Kids and adults can while away the hours with 20 different board games, card games, word games, tiddlywinks and other games culled from around the world.