Fun with String (ILLUSTRATED) [Paperback]

Joseph Leeming (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 9 and up | Grade Level: 4 and up

Ranging from tricks and games to serious knotwork and netting, this volume offers more than 150 delightful and practical uses for string. In addition to illusions for magic shows and party games, it features 70 decorative and serviceable knots, plus craft applications for making rugs, chains, and other items. 140 illustrations.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Paperback: 161 pages
• Publisher: Dover Publications (November 2, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0486230635
• ISBN-13: 978-0486230634
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,275,008 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book!, September 5, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Fun with String (ILLUSTRATED) (Paperback)

I first saw this book in the public library. The book was so old and well used I was afraid it was out of print. I'm so glad to have found it here. It is such a great book, it's the kind you want to keep on hand. I didn't want to have to run to the library, and hope it was there, every time I wanted to use it. It's not just for kids, it's just kid sized. This book shares the history of and useful information of some of the knots. It's well illustrated and has clearly written instructions so I can learn to make the knots. My 10 yr. old son loves this book too. This book has a wide variety to choose from: -Magic with String and Rope, -Knots, Splices, Fancy Knot Work, -Useful Things Made From Rope and String, -Braiding, -String Games and Figures.

My son & I ARE having lots of fun with Fun With String.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Fun project ideas & basic knots; Found it in the library, June 23, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Fun with String (ILLUSTRATED) (Paperback)

This small-format book is loaded with information & project ideas: belts, lanyards, mats, plus games & tricks. It also includes fingerweaving, spool knitting, lanyard, flat & round braiding-- string figures, too. Plenty of illustrations. First saw it at the public library but want my own copy!

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book for old and young, June 15, 2007

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This review is from: Fun with String (ILLUSTRATED) (Paperback)

I have just started getting involved with braiding and knots, and this book was wonderful, so many and idea's. Easy to follow instruction. Even magic tricks. I have even entertained some young children with some of the magic tricks.