We All Share Play Around the World Author:Patricia Lakin In Mexico, children play a marble game called canicas. In Israel, they play a game with peach pits called gogoem. In Kenya, a popular amusement is called wari. Children of all ages from around the world like to take time from their chores or from their schoolwork to play. Whether it be with a ball, a stick or bat, cards, marbles, or an e... more »lectronic game, play is something everyone everywhere needs to do. Kids around the world are all different. But they're also all the same. The We All Share series shows young readers the many aspects of life that people everywhere have in common. Striking photographs give a glimpse of families, adolescence, creativity, and play from around the globe. These pages encourage young readers to appreciate the wonderful customs and practices of other cultures. And, as children note how each society is unique, it becomes clear that we're all the same in so many ways. Grades 2-5; 7 1/2 x 9; 32 pages; Sturdy library binding; Glossary; Index; 20-25 large-format, full-color photos« less