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Soft cover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Giannoni, John (illustrator). Card Games for Kids, compiled and illustrated by John Giannoni. Book Condition: good. The text block and illustrations are in near fine condition with no marks, dog ears, or tears. Not a library book nor a remainder. No bookplate. No signature of previous owner. Saddle-stapled binding is strong. The decorative cover has a large bottom-of-the-glass stain. The corners are curling. There is edge-wear along the top and bottom. XX D. Blankenship, an Amazon Hall of Fame Top 100 reviewers describes this book with 5 out of 5 stars: "Old but a Well-Done Book of Children's Games." He goes on, "Card Games for Kids which was compiled and illustrated by John Giannoni, was published in 1974 with a reprint in1979. ? this particular work is getting pretty hard to find these days, which is a pity as it is actually quite good, both textually and the wonderful illustration. The book consists of 22 easy to learn card games suitable for children (of all ages). It includes games such as Clock Solitaire, Elevens, Pairs Snap, Split, Battle, Coon Can, Quince, Hearts, Go Fish, Memory, Rummy, Donkey, Beggar My Neighbor, Stops and New Market. Some of these games have been around for literally hundreds of years, and I suppose with computers and game machines, the simple act of playing a game with real people may be out of style at this time. This is an absolute pity. Board games, card games and their ilk have been a standard since ancient times. Fewer are being played now with the electronic games competing heavily for people's times. It is my opinion that we are losing a lot. Some of the best memories I have from childhood, is playing with family and friends, late into the evening, games such as are represented in this work. The directions for the games in the book are simple and to the point. The author has provided ample illustrations to enhance the text. Very few would not be able to understand the rules of playing methods after reading this. Small children may need adult help, but the older child should have no problems with understanding.".