Jump! The New Jump Rope Book

An introduction to jumping rope with instructions for easy and advanced tricks

Grade 3 UpTo most of us, jump roping is merely child's play. Not so, in this complete concise course in the art of jump roping. From the excellent intro duction, emphasizing proper footware, warm ups, and correct length of rope, the book jumps its way from simple through complex routines. An exem plary touch is the contant reminder re lating back to the importance of warm ing up and cooling down. More than 70 routines are discussed, ranging from Shoulder Shrug to Double Under with a Sideswing Cross. The graphics, out lines with red and black print, add a perfect touch to the explanations that are direct and easy to follow. This book will be a jumping favorite with stu dents, teachers, and other adults. Bet ter order extras for the physical educa tion department, too.Marguerite Lewis, Glenmont Elem. School, N.Y.
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